Same Gradient: Error Analysis & Misconceptions

Mathematics
Year 9
11 questions
~22 mins
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A worksheet focusing on understanding and identifying misconceptions about lines with the same gradient. Includes error analysis, practice, and real-world applications.

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Same Gradient: Error Analysis & Misconceptions

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Grade Year 9
A

Introduction

Read the key concept below before attempting the questions.
1.
Lines that are parallel have the same gradient. The gradient of a line passing through points (x₁, y₁) and (x₂, y₂) is given by (y₂ - y₁) / (x₂ - x₁).
[2 marks]
B

Fluency & Practice

Answer the following procedural questions to develop mastery.
1.
Calculate the gradient of the line passing through (2, 5) and (6, 13).
[2 marks]
2.
Find the gradient of a line passing through (-3, 4) and (1, 8).
[2 marks]
3.
Given a line with gradient 3 passing through (0, 2), write its equation in slope-intercept form.
[3 marks]
C

Problem Solving & Reasoning

Work through these multi-step problems, explaining your reasoning.
1.
Two lines are parallel. Line A passes through (1, 2) and (4, 8). Line B passes through (2, 3) and a point (x, y). Find the coordinates of (x, y) if the gradient of line B is the same as line A.
[4 marks]
2.
Explain why two lines with different y-intercepts but the same gradient are parallel.
[3 marks]
D

Real-world Applications

Apply your understanding to practical scenarios.
1.
A ramp rises 3 meters over a horizontal distance of 4 meters. A second ramp has the same gradient but starts from a different height and distance. If the second ramp starts at height 2 meters, how far horizontally does it extend to maintain the same gradient?
[4 marks]
E

Challenge & Extension

Tackle these more difficult problems to extend your understanding.
1.
Construct a line passing through (2, 3) that is parallel to the line y=4x - 1. Then, write its equation.
[3 marks]
2.
Given two lines: y=2x+1 and y=mx+5. Find the value of m if the lines are parallel.
[2 marks]
F

Mixed Review & Error Analysis

Identify the mistake in each statement and correct it.
1.
Statement: Two lines with different gradients are parallel. Is this correct? Explain your answer.
[2 marks]
2.
A student claims that lines with the same y-intercept are always parallel. Is this true? Justify your answer.
[2 marks]

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Created
1/1/2026
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