Direct vs Inverse Detective

Worksheet Description

This worksheet requires students to determine whether a table represents direct or inverse variation. Each problem contains a table of values, and students must analyze the relationship between the variables by checking for constant ratios (direct variation) or constant products (inverse variation). The variety of tables allows students to practice distinguishing between these two types of variation in a structured format.

This worksheet hones students’ ability to differentiate between direct and inverse variation, an essential skill for solving real-world problems involving proportional relationships. By practicing both concepts side by side, students enhance their critical thinking and analytical skills. It also encourages students to apply logical processes in order to confirm which type of variation a set of data represents. Mastering this skill is key for understanding more complex algebraic concepts like functions and rates of change.