Grade 8 Math · Patterns, Functions, and Algebra
Virginia SOL 8.PFA.2
Virginia SOL 8.PFA.2 is part of the Patterns, Functions, and Algebra strand in Grade 8 Math (Math). Under this Standards of Learning objective, students determine whether a given relation is a function and determine the domain and range of a function. Below is what 8.PFA.2 covers in plain language, the specific skills it is assessed on, the key concepts to review, and how to practice 8.PFA.2 for the Virginia SOL test.
What SOL 8.PFA.2 means
Determine whether a given relation is a function and determine the domain and range of a function.
Practice Grade 8 Math SOL questions
Free Grade 8 Math questions from official Virginia Department of Education released SOL tests — good practice while you work on 8.PFA.2 and the rest of the course. Pick an answer to check it instantly, or open “Show answer” to review.
1. Which is a solution for 5x − 2 = 9x + 4?
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Answer: A — −3/2
2. Which best describes the value of (4.5)²?
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Answer: H — Between 16 and 25
3. Which is equivalent to the following expression? (7 + 3 4 + 6)
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Answer: A — (7 + 3 + 6 4)
4. Which of the following is a true statement?
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Answer: C — ((2)/(5) = 0.40 = 40%)
Skills you’ll practice for 8.PFA.2
- Determine whether a relation, represented by a set of ordered pairs, a table, or a graph of discrete points, is a function.
- Identify the domain and range of a function represented as a set of ordered pairs, a table, or a graph of discrete points.
Key concepts covered by 8.PFA.2
- relation
- function
- ordered pairs
- table
- graph
- discrete points
- domain
- range
How to study and practice SOL 8.PFA.2
Start with a quick diagnostic to see whether 8.PFA.2 is already solid, then work each skill above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see our Virginia SOL practice tests guide and how to study for the SOL test.
Related Grade 8 Math standards in Patterns, Functions, and Algebra
- 8.PFA.1 — Represent, simplify, and generate equivalent algebraic expressions in one variable.
- 8.PFA.3 — Represent and solve problems using linear functions and analyze their key characteristics.
- 8.PFA.4 — Write and solve multistep linear equations in one variable, including contextual problems.
- 8.PFA.5 — Write and solve multistep linear inequalities in one variable, including contextual problems.
Frequently asked questions about SOL 8.PFA.2
What is Virginia SOL 8.PFA.2?
SOL 8.PFA.2 is a Grade 8 Math Standard of Learning in the Patterns, Functions, and Algebra strand. It expects students to determine whether a given relation is a function and determine the domain and range of a function.
What skills does SOL 8.PFA.2 cover?
SOL 8.PFA.2 is assessed on 2 skills: determine whether a relation, represented by a set of ordered pairs, a table, or a graph of discrete points, is a function; identify the domain and range of a function represented as a set of ordered pairs, a table, or a graph of discrete points.
What strand of Grade 8 Math is SOL 8.PFA.2 in?
SOL 8.PFA.2 belongs to the Patterns, Functions, and Algebra reporting strand of the Grade 8 Math Virginia Standards of Learning.
How do I study and practice for SOL 8.PFA.2?
Start with a diagnostic to see whether 8.PFA.2 is already solid, then work the 2 skills above with guided notes, flashcards, and SOL-style practice questions. For official released items, see the Virginia SOL practice tests guide.