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Algebraic Habits of Mind
Math really is just one big puzzle waiting to be solved. Show learners that math can be intriguing and provide them with visually engaging problems and puzzles. The focus is on solving simple equations and looking at expressions.
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Solving Systems of Linear Inequalities
One thing that puzzles a lot of young algebrists is the factors in a word problem that are taken as "understood". This presentation on solving systems of linear inequalities does a great job walking the learner through how to tease those...
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Puzzling Equations
Students explore the concept of solving one step equations. In this solving one step equations lesson, students compare crypto quotes to one step equations. Students solve crypto quotes and then see how it is similar to solving...
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2-Step Equations
In this online math activity, students solve for "x" by completing simple two-step equations. This excellent resource allows the students to check their answers, and to get "hints" should they run into difficulties. A terrific teaching...
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Coke Jacuzzi System of 3
Can you determine the exact volume of a bottle based on the relative volume of other bottles? A series of four videos shows someone pouring fluid into bottles. Scholars must set up a system of equations to determine how much each bottle...
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Solve By Quadratic Formula
In this online math worksheet, students practice their ability to solve equations which utilize the quadratic formula. Students can check their answers, and there are "hints" given should they get stuck.
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Sudoku Puzzle: Logs and Exponentials
In this logarithms and exponential worksheet, students solve 29 multiple choice problems. Students use their answers to solve a sudoku puzzle.
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Pre-Calculus Sudoku Puzzle
In this pre-calculus instructional activity, student solve 35 multiple choice problems and then place the answers in a Sudoku puzzle form. This instructional activity would be a great warm up or fun test review.
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Slopes Puzzle
In this slopes puzzle learning exercise, learners solve and complete 16 different problems that include determining various slopes of equations. First, they cut apart each of the pieces shown. Then, students use the slopes of each linear...
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Linear Equations and Algebraic Symbols
Young scholars rewrite word problems using the correct symbols. In this algebra lesson, students simplify algebraic expressions and use the correct representation of the unknown. They solve equations using one and two steps operation.
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Equations Analysis Test
In this algebra worksheet, students are asked to solve equations by completing word problems based on clues. They have to make the equation a true statement. There are 37 questions with an answer key.
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Pairs of Whole Numbers
Mathematical reasoning and linear systems are two of the strategies used to solve this number puzzle. Your learners will enjoy the challenge and the variety of ways to approach this challenge.
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Cross Number Puzzle --Wayne's VW
In this cross number puzzle, students read clues and write algebraic equations to match the clues. They use algebra to solve each problem and place their answer in the appropriate place in the cross number puzzle. This one-page...
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Quotable Puzzles: Expressions & Operations
In this expression and operation instructional activity, students factor given expressions. They match their answer to a corresponding letter of the alphabet. Upon completion, students will solve a puzzle containing a quote. This...
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An Introduction To Solving And Graphing Inequalities
Students graph inequalities and solve the equations. In this algebra lesson, students graph their solutions on a number line and create an inequality for a word problem.
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Equations and Inequalities
In this equations and inequalities learning exercise, 9th graders solve and complete 11 different problems that include a quotable puzzle. First, they solve each of the given problems. Then, students match the answer to the correct...
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Patriotic Puzzles
In this patriotic puzzle worksheet, students read patriotic stories and write an equation to represent the story. Students solve algebraic equations. This one-page worksheet contains 5 problems.
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Linear Equations
In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders solve linear equations and rewrite them in the form y=mx + b. They graph the equations using the slope and y-intercept. There are 22 questions with an answer key.
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Inequalities
Compare graphing an inequality in one variable on a number line to graphing an inequality in two variables on a coordinate plane. Young mathematicians work on a puzzle matching inequalities and their solutions. They then complete a...
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Cross Number Puzzle Problem
In this cross number puzzle worksheet, students read clues, write equations, and solve the equation. They place the answers in a crossword puzzle. This one-page worksheet contains 8 problems. The answers are provided on the page.
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The Balancing Act: Bottles, Plates, Drinking Glasses and Jugs
In this algebra worksheet, students ponder this 1 puzzle concerning the balance of bottles, plates, drinking glasses, and jugs. Students set up equations from a word problem and proceed in determining how much of one is needed to balance...
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Quotable Slope Puzzle
In this puzzle worksheet, students find the slope of 14 pairs of points. Students use the final 14 answers to help answer a quotable puzzle.
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The Meaning of the Puzzles
In this logical and creative reasoning worksheet, student solve 20 'wacky' words puzzles. Each puzzle contains a mathematical equation that can be translated into a 'wacky' word. An answer key is provided.
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Sodoku
In this calculus activity, student solve problems by taking the derivative of the function as x approaches a specific limit. They evaluate trig functions using the properties of trig. There are 26 questions with an answer key.