Young scholars simplify and reduce polynomials. In this algebra lesson, students find the sum, difference, product and quotient of polynomials and monomials. They use the order of operation correctly.

An upper-level treatment of what is often presented as a basic concept (the right angle of an inscribed circle on the diameter), this activity really elevates the mathematical thought of the learner! Expected to develop formulas...

High schoolers create a mathematical formula to help plan ration supplies for a polar expedition. Using basic algebra skills, students identify the variables in planning for rations. They create an equation to help plan the expedition....

Students review the standards for Algebra I. Using the text, they discover two problems that match each standard and solve them showing all steps on paper. They create a PowerPoint slide for each problem and go through the correct...

In this secondary mathematics learning exercise, students create a crossword review of algebra vocabulary.  The students must determine the correct answer to each clue and then determine the correct placement for the term in the 12...

In this Algebra II learning exercise, 11th graders factor quadratic expressions.  The two page learning exercise contains explanation of topic, worked examples, and three practice problems.  Answers are not included. 

Learners gain knowledge by measuring time and distance for solving unknowns in an equation. They also will design an airplane and chance to communicate mathematically by writing essays.

In this like terms worksheet, students solve and complete 10 problems and charts that include grouping various types of like terms. They identify each of the terms given and then group each one into the proper category on the chart shown.

In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders simplify radical expressions.  The two page worksheet contains explanation, worked example, and three practice problems.  Answers are not included. 

In this solving systems of equations instructional activity, 9th graders solve and complete 12 different problems. First, they solve for one variable by combining like terms on one side of the equal sign. Then, students solve for the...

For this linear equations worksheet, students solve six linear equations and check their work. Then they translate the next 4 problems into an equation and solve those too. Students first combine like terms when necessary and then solve...

In this order of operations worksheet, students evaluate twelve expressions using the order of operations.  The solutions are provided.

In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders represent verbal quantitative situations algebraically and evaluate these expressions for given replacement values of the variables. The ten page worksheet contains the directions and instructions...

In this absolute value equations worksheet, students solve ten absolute value equations. They first set the quantity inside the absolute value sign equal to the positive and negative value on the other side of the equal sign. Students...

In this multiplying polynomials worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different equations that involve multiplying various polynomials. First, they determine how many polynomials are in each problem. Then, students distribute by taking each...

In this powers worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different equations that involve powers. They distribute when necessary and simplify each equation. Then, students add the powers in each to complete their answers.

In this radical equations worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include various types of radical equations. They solve each of the problems listed that have radical equations in them.

In this exponential equations worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different problems related to solving exponential equations. They convert one side of the equations to the other side to another base so that the powers can be set to equal...

In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders solve linear equations in which like variable terms must be combined. The one page interactive worksheet contains fifteen problems. Answers and a hint are provided. 

This assessment pair goes way beyond simple graphing, factoring and solving polynomial equations, really forcing learners to investigate the math ideas behind the calculations. Short and to-the-point questions build on one another,...

Protect yourself from identity theft! Establishing a strong understanding of the Pythagorean identity allows learners to prove that sine^2x + cos^2x = 1. They then use the identity to find sine or cosine ratios given the other.

Which deal is best? Learners determine which of two companies has the best deal for a particular number of shirts. They begin by creating a table and equations containing each company's pricing structure....

What percent of the mixture is juice? Pairs use their knowledge of proportions to determine what percent a mixture is juice given the percent of juice in the components. Pupils use the procedure learned with the juice mixture problem to...

Use the distributive property to solve equations. The sixth lesson in a 33-part series has scholars solve equations that need to be transformed into simpler equations first. Class members apply the distributive property to the equations...