1. Graphs of real-life situations
A5.3 Core Plenary
Guy has to sketch a graph which tells this story.
A woman cycles up a hill steadily, rests at the top and
then freewheels down the other side.
Here are three of his attempts, which (if any of them) is correct? Why?
Preamble
This particular activity should highlight for pupils some of the popular misconceptions surrounding the interpretation of graphs.
Possible content
Interpreting ‘real-life’ graphs.
Resources
None.
Solution/Notes
All three graphs are wrong. If there is sufficient time, pupils could be asked to sketch the correct graph.