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Visualiziing Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students use visuals and words to solve equations. In this algebra lesson, students observe the necessary steps needed to add, subtract,multiply and divide to solve an equation. They graph their solution using the TI calculator.
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Coordinates and Equations

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve linear equations and plot their results on the coordinate plane. There are 20 problems using slopes and intercepts to help graph linear equations.
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Robo-Pull

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve linear equations using two steps. In this algebra lesson, students add, subtract, multiply and divide to solve linear equations. They apply concepts of equations to a robot pulling cargo.
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Systems of Word Problems

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate systems of linear equations.  For this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders explore word problems that can be solved by using a system of equations.   The problems involve such topics as cell phone...
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Draw the Line

For Students 9th
In this equations of a line learning exercise, 9th graders solve 10 different problems related to solving for the equation of a line as stated. First, they draw the line that is described in each statement. Then, students determine the...
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Graphing Functions

For Students 10th
In this graphing functions worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different problems that illustrate various graphs of functions. They determine the type of function that each graph shows. Then, students write the equation for the line graphed...
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Investigating Slope

For Students 9th - 10th
In this investigating slope worksheet, students use their graphing calculators to graph equations of a line with negative and positive slopes. They observe differences between the positive and negative slopes and write a rules based on...
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Derivatives

For Students 11th
In this derivatives worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 2 various types of problems. First, they use the definition of a derivative to find the variable expression shown for each function. Then, students write the equation of the...
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Graphs

For Teachers 8th - 9th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve three linear equations to by substitution to determine if the given point is a solution. Students graph and determine the slope and y-intercept of 5 linear equations.
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Introduction to Functions

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students explore functions, function rules, and data tables. They explore terms of linear functions. Students use computers to analyze the functions. Students write short sentences to explain data tables and simple algebraic expressions.
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Border Patrol

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Young scholars investigate systems of linear inequalities as they apply to an area of land. They practice graphing systems and determine if a point lies in the solution. 
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How Many Solutions to the System?

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Solve systems of equation using graphing! In this algebra instructional activity, students use the TI to graph two lines and identify the number of solutions. They perform interactive graphing on the navigator.
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Equations Lesson Plan

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders play "What's my Rule" beginning with simple equations and working towards harder problems as student's gain confidence. They evaluate the equations by graphing them. Students identify the slope and y intercepts of the...
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Scatterplots and Regressions

For Students 8th - 9th
For this scatterplots and regressions worksheet, students solve 6 different types of problems related to graphing scatterplots and interpreting regressions. First, they create a scatterplot from the given data coordinates and then,...
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Solutions to Equations with Variables on Both Sides

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve equations with variables on both sides. In this algebra lesson, students solve equations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They graph their solution on a coordinate plane.
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Introduction to Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Students solve quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson plan, students factor and graph linear and quadratic functions. They identify the standard and linear form of each equation.
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Two Step Equations

For Teachers 6th
Sixth graders solve multiple step math problems. In this problem solving instructional activity, 6th graders practice following step by step instructions such as making cookies or building a snowman. Students use algebra tiles and draw...
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Graphing System of Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve system of equation. In this algebra instructional activity, students graph, substitute and eliminate to solve system of equation. They identify the point of intersection and how many solution each system will have.
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Function Machines

For Students 8th - 9th
In this math worksheet, learners use function machines to complete an x/y T chart. Students convert between Celsius and Fahrenheit temperatures using a function machine.
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The Special Role of Zero in Factoring

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Use everything you know about quadratic equations to solve polynomial equations! Learners apply the Zero Product Property to factor and solve polynomial equations. They make a direct connection to methods they have used with quadratic...
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What Functions do Two Graph Points Determine?

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Your algebra learners write linear, exponential, and quadratic equations containing the same two graph points in this collaborative task.
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Piecewise Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Show your class members that if they can graph a linear function, they can graph an absolute value function. Groups create an absolute value graph using a table, then entertain the idea of an absolute value function defined as two...
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The Concept of a Function

For Students 8th Standards
Explore functions with non-constant rates of change. The first installment of a 12-part module teaches young mathematicians about the concept of a function. They investigate instances where functions do not have a constant rate of change.
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Dental Impressions

For Teachers 7th - 10th Standards
What an impressive task it is to make dental impressions! Pupils learn how dentists use proportional reasoning, unit conversions, and systems of equations to estimate the materials needed to make stone models of dental impressions....