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Transforming Formulas
Solving for x is a classic algebra scenario. Now, solve for x when the other terms in the equation are variables. Isolate the correct variable and practice writing the equation first before solving.
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Solving Quadratic Equations – Alternative Methods
There's more than one way to solve quadratic equations. Scholars learn how to solve quadratic equations using alternate methods. They use completing the square by making the linear coefficient even and the leading coefficient a perfect...
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Solving a Simple Maze
Solve a maze ... from a robot's point of view. In the instructional activity, your scholars build a small, simple maze from cardboard and then find a route from the start point to the finish point. They write an algorithmic process that...
EngageNY
Problem Solving and the Coordinate Plane
Class members investigate rectangles on the coordinate plane. They determine the length of line segments in the coordinate plane with the same x-coordinate or same y-coordinate and then solve geometric problems involving perimeter and...
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Connecting Graphing and Solving Absolute Value Equations and Functions
Can you solve an equation graphically? Absolutely! This Algebra II lesson makes the connection between solving an absolute value equation and graphing two functions. Graphing absolute value functions is presented through the process of...
Henrico County Public Schools
Solving Systems of Equations Algebraically
Looking to review solving systems of equations algebraically? An educational slideshow presentation explains the methods of elimination and substitution, works through example problems, and provides practice problems.
Texas Instruments
Factoring and Solving Quadratic Binomials
Here is a TI-Navigator™ activity that allows students to review the concept of factoring and solving quadratic binomials, including a connection to graphical solutions. They enter a number such as -2 using the minus key and not the...
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Solving Linear Systems
In this linear systems worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 24 different problems that include solving various linear systems. First, they read through each example and define the two methods described for solving linear systems of...
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Solving Equations
In this algebra worksheet, students solve equations using more than one step. They use addition, subtraction, multiplication and division to solve. There are 5 questions with an answer key.
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Solving Systems of Equations
Students, using algebraic operations, solve and check linear equations. At the beginning of class, they write a paragraph comparing the solving of math problems to solving real life problems. Students observe solving systems of two...
Willow Tree
Systems of Equations
Now that learners figured out how to solve for one variable, why not add another? The lesson demonstrates, through examples, how to solve a linear system using graphing, substitution, and elimination.
Mathematics Assessment Project
Creating Equations
Using equations to model events. The resource contains four items that prompt individuals to write and solve basic equations. They must reason abstractly and quantitatively while attending to precision when solving the problems.
Inside Mathematics
Two Solutions
Many problems in life have more than one possible solution, and the same is true for advanced mathematics. Scholars solve seven problems that all have at least two solutions. Then three higher-level thinking questions challenge them to...
Charleston School District
Graphing with Slope-Intercept Form
Work on graphing linear equations using the provided materials. The print and video lesson thoroughly review the concepts related to graphing linear equations in slope-intercept and standard form. The materials prepare learners for the...
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Solve for the Variable #2
In this algebra worksheet, students complete a total of 50 problems, solving for given variables. A website reference is given for additional resources.
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Solve for the Variable
In this algebra activity, learners complete a total of 54 problems, solving for given variables. A website reference is given for additional resources.
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Solving for Variables
In this algebra worksheet, learners solve for variable in a set of 54 problems. A website reference is included for additional resources.
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Extra Practice 9: Solving Equations Using the Addition and Multiplication Principles
For this practice worksheet, students solve simple algebraic equations containing one variable. They use their integer rules, addition, and multiplication principles to solve the equations. There are 54 equations on this two-page worksheet.
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x- and y-Intercepts
For this x- and y-intercepts worksheet, 9th graders solve and graph different problems related to linear equations. First, they determine the x- and y-intercepts by plugging in 0 for each and solving. Then, students find at least one...
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Solving Simple Equations (A)
For this math worksheet, students solve 40 simple equations involving basic addition and subtraction. Students find the value of the variable in each problem. Example: d + 25 = 28 (d=3).
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Using Inverse Operations to Solve Equations
Fifth graders discover how to use inverse operations to solve equations. In this inverse operations lesson plan, 5th graders explore visual examples. Students also practice solving problems that their instructors model.
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Unit 9 Review
Middle and high schoolers solve and complete 15 various types of problems that include evaluating expressions and graphing. First, they use the substitution method to solve pairs of equations for a variable. Then, students write out a...
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Algebra Practice
Here is an algebra practice learning exercise in which learners use their problem solving skills to solve six questions. They are requires to find the values of the letters in each of the equations.
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Graphing
In this graphing instructional activity, students solve and graph 10 different problems that include determining various coordinates and the slope. First, they use the table to write the x and y coordinates for each point on the graphs....