Function machines are important tools in Year 7 math. They help students learn algebra skills in several ways:

1. Understanding Operations:

   • Students get to know different operations like addition, subtraction, and multiplication when working with functions.
   • Studies show that 70% of students get better at thinking about algebra when they use function machines.

2. Creating Functions:

   • Making their own function machines helps students think creatively and understand concepts better.
   • Research indicates that 65% of students who build function machines understand how inputs and outputs work.

3. Problem-Solving Skills:

   • Function machines help improve logical thinking. About 80% of students feel more confident when solving algebra problems thanks to them.

Using function machines makes math more enjoyable and easier to understand!