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Linear Functions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students solve and graph linear equations. In this algebra lesson, students collect data and plot it to create a linear function. They identify the domain and range of each line.
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Simplifying Distribution Worksheet

For Students 7th - 9th
In this simplifying distribution worksheet, students solve problems with one variable using the distributive property. They place their answers in the answer box provided on the internet. Students are able to view step-by-step problems...
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Find the Products

For Students 10th
In this algebra worksheet, 10th graders find the products of 4 problems that include a variable and work with square roots. They find an expression for the area of each of 3 geometric shapes.
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Computing with Mathematical Formulas

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Students solve problems using formulas. In this algebra lesson, students evaluate numbers using substitution. They graph their answers using a TI and discuss the outcome.
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Using Inequalities to Problem Solve

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore inequalities. In this Algebra I lesson plan, students solve and graph linear inequalities involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.  Students use inequalities to solve and graph real-world problems.
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Manipulating Multi-step Equations (Grade 8)

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders solve multi-step equations.  In this Algebra I lesson, watch a video on solving equations with variables on both sides of the equal sign.  Students visit an Internet site to solve simple equations through the use...
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Each Orange Has 8 Slices

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Pupils use pattern blocks to develop an understanding of algebraic generalization(pattern) in order to write a mathematical equation using algebraic symbols.
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More Complicated Functions: Introduction to Linear Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the concept of linear functions. In this linear functions lesson plan, students translate linear functions from tables to graphs to equations. High schoolers use an applet to write a function rule for a linear...
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Formulae

For Students 8th - 10th
In this algebra worksheet, students evaluate expressions by substitution. They replace variables with values and multiply, add or subtract to solve the problems. There are 19 questions with an answer key.
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Exponents

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II learning exercise, 11th graders use the laws of exponents to simplify expressions.  The exponents include fractions, variables, radicals, and imaginary numbers.  The one page learning exercise contains...
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Mathematics Within: Algebraic Patterns

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars discover patterns in linear equations by playing a dice game to collect data. They graph the data and analyze the patterns of the lines created by the data. The class then compares the individual graphs to evaluate the...
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Is the System Fair?

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars investigate shapes and patterns. In this algebra lesson plan, students move from concrete to abstract understanding of shapes and concepts. They use variable to identify the unknown.
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Polynomial Functions

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II instructional activity, 11th graders classify polynomials by degree, write in standard form, and describe the behavior of the graph. The two page instructional activity provides explanation and examples along with...
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What's My Function?

For Teachers 5th - 6th
Students use input / output tables to help them solve algebraic equations. They use patterns and relations to represent and analyze mathematical situations using algebraic symbols.
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Function Tables

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Students identify function using tables of data. In this algebra lesson, students create a tale of point and plot on a coordinate plane. They analyze the graph as being a function or not.
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Transforming Formulas

For Students 7th - 12th
In this formulas worksheet, students transform and algebraically manipulate formulas for various variables.  There are 5 multiple choice questions.
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Representing Relationships with Equations

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
Learners explore Cuisenaire Rods.  In this pre-algebra lesson, students work with a partner to generate addition problems with the sum of ten using Cuisenaire Rods. Learners construct examples of the Commutative Property using...
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Writing a Function Rule

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students determine the equation that correctly represents the relationship between the x and y values provided.  The one page worksheet contains four multiple choice problems.  Answers...
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Solving Equations as Word Problems: Practice B

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders investigate solving word problems.  In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders explore the four step process for solving word problems:  Step 1-make a table of values, Step 2-identify the constant, Step 3-indetify the...
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Equations and Inequalities

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students in a college algebra class use graphs to solve inequalities. Using the coordinate graphing system, they represent the relationship between x and y intercepts. They practice solving equations with complex numbers and locate...
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Solving Square Root and Other Radical Equations

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II activity, 11th graders solve equations involving radical equations.  The activity provides an explanation and worked examples.  The two page activity contains three problems.  Solutions are not...
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The Lift Equation

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students use the FoilSim educational software program to complete an activity regarding lift. They solve a multivariable equation for each of the variables and apply the results to various problems in different situations.
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Identity and Equality Properties

For Students 9th
In this identify and equality properties worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 14 different problems. First, they solve each equation for the given variable. Then, students name the property or properties illustrated by each...
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Placing Parentheses

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students decide where and when to use parentheses. In this algebra instructional activity, students use parentheses to clarify a math problems and solve correctly. They use order of operation as they solve problems with integers and...