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4.4.4 Writing a Rule Using Function Notation

Algebra 14.4.4 Writing a Rule Using Function Notation
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  1. Complete the table with the perimeter of a square for each given side length.
side length (inches) perimeter (inches)

0.5

 a. ______

7

 b. ______

20

 c. ______

a. ______

b. ______

c. ______

2. Write a rule for a function, PP, that gives the perimeter of a square in inches when the side length is xx inches.

3. What is the value of P(9.1)P(9.1)? What does it tell us about the side length and perimeter of the square?

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