CCSS.MATH.CONTENT.8.SP.A.

3
Use the equation of a linear model to solve problems in the context of bivariate measurement data,
interpreting the slope and intercept.

Score

4 Student is able to do one of the following:

In addition to meeting the 3 point performance, student is able to use equations of
linear models to solve real-world problems involving bivariate measurement data.
Teach a peer how to use the equation of a linear model to solve problems
involving bivariate data, and make sense of the slope and intercept in the context
of the given problem.

3.5
In addition to a score of 3.0 performance, partial success at inferences and applications
that go beyond what was taught.

3 Student is able to do all of the following independently:

Use the equation of a linear model to solve problems in the context of bivariate
measurement data.
Interpret the slope and intercept from the equation of a linear model and describe
them in the context of the given problem.

2.5
No major errors or omissions regarding the simpler details and process and partial
knowledge of the more complex ideas and processes.

2 Student has shown one of the following:

Use the equation of a linear model to solve problems in the context of bivariate
measurement data.
Interpret the slope and intercept from the equation of a linear model and describe
them in the context of the given problem.

1.5 1.5 Partial knowledge of the simpler details and process but with major errors or
omissions regarding the more complex ideas and processes.

1 Student is able to do all of the following:

Identify the slope and intercept from a given equation.
With help, can explain the slope or intercept in the context of the given problem.

0.5 0.5 With help, a partial understanding of some of the simpler details and processes but
not with the more complex topics.

0
Even with help, no understanding or skill demonstrated