Wouldn’t it be awesome if you had a easy, reliable way to navigate straight to the answer to any question involving functions?
"GPS" will do it for you.
The acronym outlines three options that will help solve any function-related question on the SAT/ACT.
“G” stands for “graph.” (Would a graph be helpful?)
“P” stands for “points.” (Could you use coordinates of specific points?)
“S” stands for “substitute.” (Does a simple substitution solve the problem?)
Looking at virtually any function question on the SAT/ACT through these lenses will quickly and easily reveal the path to the answer.
Many times solutions can be found through simple visualization or basic pencil and paper techniques.
Otherwise, Desmos can be used to carry out graphing, locating points, or doing substitution.
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For practice, search Google for worksheets covering “SAT ACT function problems,” pick a worksheet that provides answers, complete the worksheet, analyze any mistakes, and redo it until you can complete that worksheet with no errors. Then repeat, with additional worksheets, as needed, until you’ve mastered the GPS strategy.
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For practice, search Google for worksheets covering “SAT ACT function problems,” pick a worksheet that provides answers, complete the worksheet, analyze any mistakes, and redo it until you can complete that worksheet with no errors. Then repeat, with additional worksheets, as needed, until you’ve mastered the GPS strategy.
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