Prior Content: Substitution, Exact Trig & Graphs, Linear Graphs & Gradients, Solving Quadratics, Circles & Sectors, Circle Theorems
Possible Next Steps: Graphical Transformations, Functions (Graph Section), Completing the Square, Quadratic Inequalities, Differentiation, Simultaneous Equations, Iterations, Time-Series
Contents
- 1.1.1 Using a Table of Values to Plot Quadratics
- 1.1.2 Sketching a Quadratic Using Critical Values
- 1.2 Using a Table of Values to Plot Other Non-Linear Graphs
- 2.1 The Basic Equation of a Circle
- 2.2 The General Equation of a Circle (Level 2 FM)
- 2.3 The Equation of a Tangent to a Circle (Level 2 FM)
- 3.1 Recognising Different Shapes of Graphs
- 4.1 Using Pre-Drawn Graphs to Estimate Solutions to Equations (No Rearranging)
- 4.2 Using Pre-Drawn Graphs to Estimate Solutions to Equations (With Rearranging)
- 5.1 Drawing & Measuring Tangents
- Whole Topic Summary Resources (Including Past Paper Questions)
1.1.1 Using a Table of Values to Plot Quadratics
Teaching Videos, Exercises & Activities
Tutorial Videos
Corbett Maths Drawing Quadratics
Corbett Maths Change of Sign
Online Platforms (with Videos & Exercises)
- Khan Academy
- Intro to parabolas: Videos & practice
Activities & Resources
- Andy Lutwyche
- Don Steward
- PhET Interactive Simulations
- PhET Graphing Quadratics Interactive Simulation (embedded below)
- Transum
- Go Teach Maths
- Mr Thompson Maths
Worksheets
- Dr Austin Maths
- Corbettmaths
- Drawing Quadratics Practice Questions & Solutions
- Drawing Quadratics Worksheet & Solutions
- Miss Konstantine (MathsHKO)
- Maths Genie
- Drawing Quadratic Graphs: Booklet · Worksheet · Solutions · Lesson · Topic page
- Mathsaurus (Kevin Olding)
- Naiker Maths
- Drawing Quadratic Graphs: Worksheet
- Access Maths
- Quadratic Graphs: Drawing Parabolas & Finding the Minimum Point | Fluency & Reasoning Sheet
- MME
- Mr Morley Maths
- Drawing Graphs of Quadratic Equations: Notes jotter/worksheet · How-to sheet · Exam questions · Mark scheme
Dr Frost Resources
Dr Frost Video
K414: Complete a Table of Values for a Quadratic Graph.
K415: Plot a Quadratic Graph.
Dr Frost Slides & Activities
- All in one summary sheet
Extra Questions
- Dr Frost Questions
Key Skills
Note all numbers are subject to change and will be updated once all key skills have been finished by Dr Frost
- 366a: Determine whether a point lies on a curve given a quadratic equation.
- 366b: Complete a table of values for a quadratic graph of the form y = x2 ± bx ± c
- 366c: Complete a table of values for a quadratic graph of the form y = ax2 ± bx ± c
- 366d: Plot a quadratic graph using a completed table of values for y = ax2 + … where a > 0
- 366e: Plot a quadratic graph using a completed table of values for y = ax2 + … where a < 0 (not yet active)
- 366f: Complete a table of values and plot the corresponding quadratic graph.
- 366: Exam Practice: Plotting quadratic graphs from a table of values
Extension Materials
1.1.2 Sketching Quadratics Using Critical Values
Teaching Videos, Exercises & Activities
Dr Frost Resources
Extension Materials
1.2 Using a Table of Values to Plot Other Non-Linear Graphs
Teaching Videos, Exercises & Activities
Tutorial Videos
Corbett Maths Cubic Graphs
Corbett Maths Exponential Graphs
Corbett Maths Reciprocal Graphs
Online Platforms (with Videos & Exercises)
- Khan Academy
- Graphs of exponential growth: Videos & practice
Activities & Resources
- Pixi Maths
- Andy Lutwyche
- Don Steward
- Interactive Maths
- Drawing Curves: GeoGebra
- Go Teach Maths
- BossMaths
Worksheets
- Dr Austin Maths
- Plotting Linear and Non- Revision Practice Grid (Word | PDF✦ | Answers✦)
- Plotting Non- Create-a-Picture (Word | PDF | Answers)
- Plotting Cubic Practice Grid (Word | PDF✦ | Answers✦)
- Plotting Reciprocal Practice Grid (Word | PDF✦ | Answers✦)
- Plotting Harder Non- Practice Grid (Word | PDF✦ | Answers✦)
- Exponential Functions Practice Strips (Word | PDF | Answers)
- Corbettmaths
- Cubic Graphs Practice Questions & Solutions
- Exponential Graphs Practice Questions & Solutions
- Reciprocal Graphs Practice Questions & Solutions
- Exponential Graphs (AQA Level 2) Practice Questions✦ & Solutions✦
- Pixi Maths
- Maths Genie
- Drawing Other Graphs: Cubic/Reciprocal: Booklet · Solutions · Lesson · Topic page
- MME
- Pret Homework (@PixiMaths)
- Non-Linear Graphs (@PixiMaths, pptx)
Dr Frost Resources
Dr Frost Video
K416: Plot a Cubic Graph.
K607: Find the Values of p and q in the Exponential Function y=pqx.
Dr Frost Slides & Activities
- Dr Frost Slides (4)
Key Skills
Note all numbers are subject to change and will be updated once all key skills have been finished by Dr Frost
- 420a: Complete a table of values for a cubic graph.
- 420b: Plot a cubic graph in the form y=ax3 using a completed table of values.
- 420c: Plot a cubic graph using a completed table of values with positive coefficient of x3
- 420d: Plot a cubic graph using a completed table of values with negative coefficient of x3
- 420e: Complete a table of values and plot the corresponding cubic graph.
- 422a: Complete a table of values for a graph with equation y=a/x
- 422b: Complete a table of values for a graph with equation y=-a/x
- 422c: Complete a table of values for a graph with equation y=a/x2 or y=-a/x2
- 422d: Plot a graph of y=a/x or y=-a/x using a completed table of values.
- 422e: Plot a graph of y=a/x2 or y=-a/x2 using a completed table of values.
- 422f: Complete a table of values and plot the corresponding reciprocal graph.
- 422g: Determine the number of solutions to an equation involving a reciprocal term and a straight line or quadratic curve.
- 422h: Plot a graph involving an equation with a mixture of reciprocal and linear terms.
- 423a: Complete a table of values for an exponential graph with equation y=ax for positive integer a
- 423b: Complete a table of values for an exponential graph with equation y=kax for positive integers a and k
- 423c: Complete a table of values for an exponential graph with equation y=a-x for positive integer a
- 423d: Complete a table of values for an exponential graph with equation y=ax for fractional a
- 423e: Plot an exponential graph of the form y = abx or y = ab-x using a completed table of values.
- 423f: Plot exponential graphs of the form y=kax+b
- 423g: Complete a table of values and plot the corresponding exponential graph.
- 425a: Determine the values of k and a in the exponential function y = kax
- 425b: Use a graph to determine the function y = kax
- 425c: Determine an exponential model y = kax from two data points to make a prediction.
- 425d: Determine an exponential model y = kax +b from two data points to make a prediction.
- 420: Exam Practice: Plotting simple cubic graphs
- 422: Exam Practice: Plotting reciprocal graphs
- 423: Exam Practice: Plotting exponential graphs
- 425: Exam Practice: Determining the values of k and a in the exponential function y = kax
Extension Materials
2.1 The Basic Equation of a Circle
Teaching Videos, Exercises & Activities
Tutorial Videos
Corbett Maths Equation of a Circle
Online Platforms (with Videos & Exercises)
- Khan Academy
- Graphs of circles: Videos & practice
Activities & Resources
- Andy Lutwyche
- Don Steward
- Transum
- Go Teach Maths
- BossMaths
- pbrucemaths
Worksheets
- Corbettmaths
- Equation of a Circle Practice Questions & Solutions
- Equation of a Circle (Centre is the Origin) AQA Level 2 Practice Questions (Q1-5) & Solutions
- Dr Austin Maths
- Miss Konstantine (MathsHKO)
- Maths Genie
- Perpendicular Lines and the equation of a tangent: Booklet · Worksheet · Solutions · Lesson · Topic page
- Naiker Maths
- Equation of Circles & Tangents: Worksheet
- Physics & Maths Tutor
- Access Maths
- MME
- 1st Class Maths
Dr Frost Resources
Dr Frost Video
K417: Plot the Graph of a Circle Centred at the Origin.
K418: Find an Equation of a Circle Centred at the Origin Which is Drawn.
K419: Find an Equation of a Circle Centred at the Origin Given Its Radius.
K420: Find the Radius of a Circle Given its Equation.
Dr Frost Slides & Activities
- Dr Frost Slides (4)
Key Skills
Note all numbers are subject to change and will be updated once all key skills have been finished by Dr Frost
- 446a: Appreciate that a point on the circumference of a circle centred at the origin satisfies its equation.
- 446b: Plot the graph of a circle centred at the origin.
- 446c: Determine the radius of a circle given its equation.
- 446d: Determine the equation of a circle centred at the origin given its radius.
- 446e: Determine the equation of a circle centred at the origin which is drawn.
- 446f: Determine the equation of a circle centred at the origin, using a point given on the circumference.
- 446g: Determine an area or circumference of a circle centred at the origin given its equation.
- 446h: Determine the equation of a circle centred at the origin given its area or circumference.
- 446i: Determine an area or perimeter of a portion of an annulus, given the equations of the circles centred at the origin.
- 446j: Use trigonometry to solve problems involving unknown points on a circle centred at the origin.
- 446: Exam Practice: Graphs of circles centred at the origin
Extension Materials
2.2 The General Equation of a Circle (Level 2 FM)
Teaching Videos, Exercises & Activities
Tutorial Videos
Corbett Maths Equation of a Circle
Online Platforms (with Videos & Exercises)
- Khan Academy
- Equation of a circle: Videos & practice
Activities & Resources
- Pixi Maths
- Andy Lutwyche
- Acute Learning Problem Pairs
- Level 2 FM: Equation of a Circle as PowerPoint or PDF
- headofslytherin
Worksheets
- Dr Austin Maths
- Corbettmaths
- Equation of a Circle Worksheet & Solutions
- Equation of a Circle (Centre is the Origin) AQA Level 2 Practice Questions (Q6 Onwards) & Solutions
Dr Frost Resources
Dr Frost Video
K785: Use the Equation of a Circle to Find Its Centre and Radius.
K787: Find the Equation of a Circle Using the Endpoints of the Diameter.
Dr Frost Slides & Activities
- Dr Frost Slides (4)
Key Skills
Note all numbers are subject to change and will be updated once all key skills have been finished by Dr Frost
- 496a: Determine the equation of a circle, not centred at the origin, given its centre and an integer radius.
- 496b: Determine the equation of a circle, not centred at the origin, which is drawn.
- 496c: Write down the equation of a circle, not centred at the origin, given its centre and radius as a surd.
- 496d: Determine the centre and radius of a circle given in completed square form.
- 496e: Determine the equation of a circle, with given centre and radius/diameter, in expanded form.
- 496f: Plot the graph of a circle not centred at the origin.
- 496g: Appreciate that a point on the circumference of a circle, not centred at the origin, satisfies its equation.
- 496h: Determine the intercepts of circle given its equation.
- 496i: Determine a constant in the equation of a circle given a point on the circumference.
- 496j: Determine the equation of a circle using the endpoints of the diameter.
- 496k: Complete the square to determine the centre and radius of a circle.
- 496m: Determine the equation of a circle using simple reasoning to establish the centre or radius of the circle.
- 496: Exam Practice: Coordinate geometry on circles and the equation of a circle with any centre
Extension Materials
2.3 The Equation of a Tangent to a Circle (Level 2 FM)
Teaching Videos, Exercises & Activities
Tutorial Videos
Corbett Maths Equations of a Tangent to a Circle
Activities & Resources
- Acute Learning Problem Pairs
- Level 2 FM: Equation of a Tangent to a Circle as PowerPoint or PDF
- Pixi Maths
- Equations of Circles and Their Tangents ppt (Slides 9-15)
- BossMaths
- Jo Morgan
Worksheets
- Corbettmaths
- Equation of a Tangent to a Circle Practice Questions & Solutions
- Equation of a Tangent to a Circle AQA Level 2 Practice Questions & Solutions
- Mr Thompson Maths
- 1st Class Maths
- Mr Morley Maths
- Equation of a Tangent to a Circle: Notes jotter/worksheet
Dr Frost Resources
Dr Frost Video
K579: Find the Equation of a Tangent to a Circle.
Key Skills
Note all numbers are subject to change and will be updated once all key skills have been finished by Dr Frost
- 447a: Determine the equation of a tangent to a circle centred at the origin.
- 447b: Determine the x-intercept or y-intercept of a tangent to a circle centred at the origin.
- 447c: Determine the area of a triangle formed by a tangent to a circle centred at the origin.
- 496p: Determine the tangent to a circle centred at any point.
- 496w: Determine the equation of a tangent to a circle that is parallel to another given tangent.
- 447: Exam Practice: Equation of a tangent to a circle centred at the origin
- 496: Exam Practice: Coordinate geometry on circles and the equation of a circle with any centre
3.1 Recognising Different Shapes of Graphs
TEACHING VIDEOS, EXERCISES & ACTIVITIES
Tutorial Videos
Recognising Graphs by Andy Lutwyche
GCSE Maths – Graph Recognition – Linear, Quadratic, Cubic, Exponential, Reciprocal, Circles Higher by ukmathsteacher
Cubic and Reciprocal Graphs by Maths Genie
Online Platforms (with Videos & Exercises)
Activities & Resources
- Andy Lutwyche
- Math = Love (Sarah Carter)
- Parent Function posters
- 12 Basic Functions Challenge
- 12 Basic Functions posters
- Linear Frayer Model
- Linear Auction Activity
- Two Truths & a Lie: Graph Shapes
- Parent Functions Card Sort
- Linear vs Non-linear Card Sort
- Algebra Aerobics Posters
- Linear vs Non-Linear Practice
- Linear vs Non-linear Card Sort
- 12 Basic Functions Challenge
- Don Steward
- Transum
- Go Teach Maths
- MathsPad
- Jo Morgan
- Peter Mattock
- alexwoodforth1
- BossMaths
- CP3 Maths (cparkinson3)
Worksheets
- Dr Austin Maths
- Pixi Maths
- Quadratic, Cubic and Reciprocal Graphs RAG (Q7 Onwards)
- Mathshelper (Jon Stone)
- Physics & Maths Tutor
- Mr Morley Maths
- Sketching Graphs of 1/x, x^3, a^x: Notes jotter/worksheet
Dr Frost resources
Dr Frost Video
K613: Recognise the Shape of Quadratic, Cubic, Reciprocal and Exponential Graphs.
Dr Frost Slides & Activities
- All in one summary sheet
Extra Questions
- Dr Frost Questions
Key Skills
Note all numbers are subject to change and will be updated once all key skills have been finished by Dr Frost
- 426a: Sketch the basic quadratic (y=x2), cubic (y=x3), reciprocal (y=1/x) and exponential (y=ax) graphs.
- 426b: Recognise the shape of simple quadratic, cubic, reciprocal and exponential graphs.
- 426c: Recognise graphs for directly proportional and inversely proportional relationships.
- 427a: Use the shape of more general linear, quadratic, cubic, reciprocal and exponential graphs and match to a given equation.
- 427b: Identify a particular quadratic graph amongst other quadratic graphs.
- 427c: Identify a particular cubic graph amongst other cubic graphs.
- 427d: Identify a particular reciprocal graph amongst other reciprocal graphs.
- 427e: Identify a particular exponential graph amongst other exponential graphs.
- 424a: Identify the y-intercept of an exponential graph given in the form y=ax
- 424b: Identify the y-intercept of an exponential graph given in the form y=kax
- 424e: Identify the y-intercept of an exponential graph given in the form y=kax +b or y=ka-x + b
- 424f: Identify asymptotes given an exponential graph.
- 424g: Identify asymptotes given the equation of an exponential graph of the form y=kax + b for positive integer a
- 424h: Identify asymptotes given the equation of an exponential graph of the form y=ka-x + b
- 424i: Identify asymptotes given the equation of an exponential graph of the form y=kax + b for fractional a
- 493a: Identify the x and y intercepts of a more general reciprocal function.
- 493b: Identify the equation of the vertical asymptote of a more general reciprocal function.
- 493c: Identify the equation of the horizontal asymptote of a more general reciprocal function.
- 493d: Sketch reciprocal functions given in the form y = a + b/cx ± d
- 493e: Sketch graphs given in the form y = a/x2 (not yet active)
- 493f: Sketch reciprocal functions given in the form y = ax ± b/cx ± d
- 493g: Determine coefficients in a more general reciprocal function that lead to a given x or y intercept.
- 493h: Determine coefficients in a more general reciprocal function that lead to a given vertical or horizontal asymptote.
- 424: Exam Practice: Properties of exponential graphs
- 426: Exam Practice: Recognising the shape of basic forms of cubic, reciprocal and exponential graphs based on their equations
- 427: Exam Practice: Recognising the shape of more complex forms of quadratic, cubic, reciprocal and exponential graphs based on their equations
- 493: Exam Practice: Graphs of more general reciprocal functions
Further Practice
- Practise Questions (may include angles in a triangle and on a straight line)
EXTENSION MATERIALS
4.1 Using Pre-Drawn Graphs to Estimate Solutions to Equations (No Rearranging)
TEACHING VIDEOS, EXERCISES & ACTIVITIES
Tutorial Videos
Corbett Maths Solving Quadratic Equations Graphically
Online Platforms (with Videos & Exercises)
- Khan Academy
- Solving equations graphically: Videos & practice
Activities
- Pixi Maths
- Math = Love (Sarah Carter)
- Transum
- Goal Free Problems
- Go Teach Maths
- BossMaths
- @nishadealwis
- Solving quadratic equations using graphs✦ (original by @nishadealwis; copy hosted on Jo Morgan’s Drive)
Worksheets
- Dr Austin Maths
- Corbettmaths
- Pixi Maths
- Miss Konstantine (MathsHKO)
- Mathsaurus (Kevin Olding)
- Mr Morley Maths
- Solving Quadratic Equations from Graphs: Notes jotter/worksheet · How-to sheet · Exam questions · Mark scheme
- Pret Homework (Rachel Mahoney)
- Solving Equations Graphically (Rachel Mahoney, pptx)
Dr Frost resources
Dr Frost Video
K608: Draw a Horizontal Line to Find Approximate Solutions to an Equation.
K609: Draw a Non Horizontal Line to Find Approximate Solutions to an Equation.
Dr Frost Slides & Activities
- Slides & Worksheet
Topic Test
- Standard Test
Extra Questions
- Dr Frost Questions
Key Skills
Note all numbers are subject to change and will be updated once all key skills have been finished by Dr Frost
- 421a: Determine the number of solutions to f(x)=g(x) given graphs of y=f(x) and y=g(x)
- 421c: Determine the range of values for k in f(x)=k given the graph of y=f(x) and the number of solutions.
- 421d: Determine approximate roots to a quadratic equation using a graph.
- 421e: Solve simultaneous equations/systems of equations using graphical methods, where one is linear and the other is quadratic or a given curved graph.
- 421f: Draw a horizontal line to determine approximate solutions to a quadratic equation.
- 421g: Draw a non-horizontal line to determine approximate solutions to a quadratic equation.
- 421i: Draw a straight line to determine approximate solutions to a cubic equation.
- 421j: Draw a straight line to determine approximate solutions to a more general equation.
- 421: Exam Practice: Using graphs to count solutions and find approximate solutions to equations
Further Practice
- Practise Questions
EXTENSION MATERIALS
4.2 Using Pre-Drawn Graphs to Estimate Solutions to Equations (With Rearranging)
TEACHING VIDEOS, EXERCISES & ACTIVITIES
Tutorial Videos
Corbett Maths Solving Quadratics Graphically 2
Online Platforms (with Videos & Exercises)
Activities
- Andy Lutwyche
Worksheets
- Owen 134866 worksheets and ppt (TES account required)
- Mathshelper (Jon Stone)
Dr Frost resources
Dr Frost Video
K610: Draw a Line to Find Approximate Solutions to an Equation (Rearrangement Required).
Dr Frost Slides & Activities
- All in one summary sheet
Extra Questions
- Dr Frost Questions
Key Skills
Note all numbers are subject to change and will be updated once all key skills have been finished by Dr Frost
- 421b: Determine the number of solutions to an equation that can be rearranged to f(x)=g(x) given graphs of y=f(x) and y=g(x)
- 421h: Draw a line to determine approximate solutions to a quadratic equation requiring rearrangement.
- 421: Exam Practice: Using graphs to count solutions and find approximate solutions to equations
Further Practice
- Practise Questions (may include angles in a triangle)
EXTENSION MATERIALS
5.1 Drawing & Measuring Tangents
TEACHING VIDEOS, EXERCISES & ACTIVITIES
Tutorial Videos
Corbett Maths Instantaneous Rate of Change
Corbett Maths Average Rate of Change
Online Platforms (with Videos & Exercises)
Activities
- Go Teach Maths
- BossMaths
- Jo Morgan
- Owen134866
- CIMT MEP
- @DJUdall
Worksheets
- Dr Austin Maths
- Corbettmaths
- Rates of Change Practice Questions & Solutions
- Rates of Change Worksheet & Solutions
- Physics & Maths Tutor
- Access Maths
- Collins
Dr Frost resources
Dr Frost Video
Dr Frost Slides & Activities
- All in one summary sheet
Extra Questions
- Dr Frost Questions
Key Skills
Note all numbers are subject to change and will be updated once all key skills have been finished by Dr Frost
- 461a: Estimate the gradient of a curve between two given points (average rate of change). (not yet active)
- 461b: Estimate the gradient of a curve at a given point (instantaneous rate of change).
- 461c: Estimate the gradient of a curve in context as an average rate of change of a quantity. (not yet active)
- 461d: Estimate the gradient of a curve in context as an instantaneous rate of change of a quantity. (not yet active)
- 461e: Estimate the average speed between two times from a curved distance-time graph. (not yet active)
- 461f: Estimate a velocity at a given time from a curved distance-time graph. (not yet active)
- 461g: Estimate the average acceleration between two times from a curved speed-time graph. (not yet active)
- 461h: Estimate the acceleration at a given time from a curved speed-time graph. (not yet active)
- 461i: Interpret the gradient of a curve in contexts outside of speed-time graphs. (not yet active)
- 461: Exam Practice: Estimating the gradient of a curve
Further Practice
- Practise Questions
EXTENSION MATERIALS
Whole Topic Summary Resources (Including Past Paper Questions)
Download Drawing & Using Graphs PPQs as WW Powerpoint for Edexcel IGCSE, AQA GCSE, Edexcel GCSE or OCR GCSE (or all GCSE together)
Other Whole Topic resources
Acute Learning Problem Pairs
- Quadratic (+ Other) Graphs as PowerPoint or PDF
Worksheets
- Mathshelper (Jon Stone)
- MathedUp
- Sketching Quadratics & Turning Points: Worksheet · Practice · Quiz · Question Gallery
- Cubic, Reciprocal & Exponential Graphs: Worksheet · Practice · Quiz · Question Gallery
- Equation of a Circle & Tangents: Worksheet · Practice · Quiz · Question Gallery
- Cubic Graphs: Worksheet · Practice · Quiz · Question Gallery
- Recognising Graphs: Worksheet · Practice · Quiz · Question Gallery
- Equation of a Circle & Tangents: Worksheet · Practice · Quiz · Question Gallery
- Mathsaurus (Kevin Olding)
Activities
- NRICH (student problems)
- Don Steward
- Access Maths
External Whole Topic Past Paper Style Questions
- Transum
- Exam-style questions: Graphs
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