To represent the relationship between the number of rectangles and the perimeter of the figure they form, we begin by filling out the required table.
We can assume a common scenario with rectangles of uniform size stacked together, such that each addition of a rectangle increases the perimeter by a certain amount. However, without specific dimensions or a diagram to reference, I'll provide a hypothetical example illustrating a linear relationship.
Let's assume the following:
- For 1 rectangle, the perimeter is 4 units.
- For 2 rectangles, the perimeter is 8 units (if they're aligned side by side).
- For 3 rectangles, the perimeter is 12 units (again, if they're aligned side by side).
Here’s how you can represent the relationship:
Part 1: Represent the relationship using a table.
| Number of Rectangles, x | Perimeter, y | Ordered Pair (x,y) | |-------------------------|---------------|---------------------| | 1 | 4 | (1, 4) | | 2 | 8 | (2, 8) | | 3 | 12 | (3, 12) |
Part 2: Represent the relationship in words.
As the number of rectangles increases, the perimeter of the figure they form also increases. This shows a linear relationship where each rectangle contributes a consistent amount to the overall perimeter.
Part 3: Represent the relationship as an equation.
We can express the relationship with the equation: \[ y = 4x \] Where \( y \) is the perimeter and \( x \) is the number of rectangles.
Part 4: Represent the relationship graphically.
To create a graph, plot the ordered pairs from the table:
- Point (1, 4)
- Point (2, 8)
- Point (3, 12)
You would see a straight line starting at the origin (0, 0) and passing through the points listed, showcasing a linear relationship. The slope of the line would be 4, indicating that for each additional rectangle, the perimeter increases by 4 units.
Graph
The graph will look like a straight line increasing from the origin with a slope of 4.
- The x-axis will represent the number of rectangles (x).
- The y-axis will represent the perimeter (y).
This is how you can represent the relationship between the number of rectangles and the perimeter both tabularly and graphically!