CCSS Math Activities
Smarter Balanced Sample Items: 7th Grade Math – Claim 2
To solve or not to solve that is the problem. A slide presentation of 17 items show different ways that Smarter Balanced assesses Claim 2, problem solving. The items span from sixth and seventh grade concepts to highlight the...
Concord Consortium
Three Circles
Round and round and round we go. Given a diagram of three circles, two of which share a point with the third circle, learners identify the radius of each circle. Doing so requires setting up and solving a system of equations based on the...
CK-12 Foundation
Completing the Square
An interactive aids in understanding of how to complete the square for a quadratic equation. A set of five challenge questions tests this understanding.
CK-12 Foundation
Repeating Decimals: Does 1 equal 0.999... ?
Six questions make up a challenging interactive that tests scholars' knowledge of repeating decimals. Mathematicians answer true or false and multiple-choice questions with help from a tool that highlights decimal movement in an...
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Speaking Parametrically
Pupils solve equations by taking the derivative. In this calculus lesson, students solve parametric equations implicitly. They use the TI-calculator to graph their equations.
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Human Coordinate Plane, Using the Distance Formula
Students write the distance formula to solve equations for finding the distance between 2 points. In this distance formula lesson plan, students also write sentences explaining why their formulas would work.
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Equations
In this algebra equations worksheet, students solve the algebra equations that contain 2 numbers and one variable. Students solve 10 problems.
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Solving Quadratic Equations
In this quadratic equations activity, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include various quadratic equations. First, they factor out the equation and set it to zero. Then, students solve each factor and check their work by...
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Solving Multistep Equations
Students solve linear equations using multiple steps. In this algebra lesson plan, students solve linear equations using division, addition, multiplication and subtraction. They isolate the variable and solve for the unknown.
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Rational Equations
For this rational equations worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different problems that include various forms of rational equations. First, they determine the least common denominator in each equation. Then, students compare numerators and...
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Solve Algebraic Equations
In this algebraic equation worksheet, students solve polynomial equations containing exponents. This two-page worksheet contains four problems.
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Equations of Graphs
For this equations of graphs worksheet, 9th graders solve and graph 10 different problems that include various types of graphs. First, they determine the equation for each graph shown at the top of the sheet. Then, students determine on...
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Writing Expressions and Equations
Learners write algebraic expressions and equations. In this expressions and equations instructional activity, students problem solve creative scenarios created by the instructor.
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Conic Sections and Nonlinear Systems of Equations
In this conic sections and nonlinear equations worksheet, students solve 25 multiple choice problems. The worksheet is a review of the conic sections and nonlinear systems chapter of an intermediate algebra course, so the topics vary...
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Solve for the Unknown Using Product and Quotient Rule
In this algebra learning exercise, students rewrite logarithmic equations and solve for the x-value. There are 5 questions with an answer key.
Jordan School District
Picture Frames and Algebra
Middle schoolers create a method for finding the area of a fame for a picture and then transfer their shared methods into algebraic expressions. They develop the algebraic language to communicate and solve problems effectively and...
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Adding and Subtracting Algebraic Expressions (Combining Like Terms)
Everyone loves math when it includes food! This lesson tries to take the notion of combining like terms in algebra and comparing it to sorting apples and oranges. It takes a step-by-step approach to helping students understand this...
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Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Three Variables
Practice solving linear systems of three equations with three unknowns using the elimination method and substitution method. This handout includes graphics of different combinations of intersecting planes to help illustrate the different...
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Solve By Completing The Square
In this completing the square learning exercise, student solve equations by completing the square. Students may place their answers on the webpage for immediate feedback. In addition, step-by-step instructions are provided. There are...
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Translate Word Phrases and Sentences into Equations
Use this video to show your learners an example of how to translate word phrases into an equation to solve a real-world problem. The presenter begins with a review of how to use cross products to solve a proportion, including how to do...
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Topic 2: Graphing 2-Variable Linear Equations
Young scholars explore the concept of 2-variable equations and expressions. In this 2-variable equation and expression lesson, students translate 2-variable word problems into 2-variable equations and expressions.
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Solving Linear Equations
In this linear equation worksheet, young scholars solve basic linear equations containing positive and negative integers. Students show their algebra steps, as they solve for "x." The majority of the ten equations contain two terms, and...
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Solving Linear Systems Using Matrices
Start with the definition of a determinant and how to evaluate a 2x2 determinant. Apply this skill to solve systems of two equations with two unknowns by using Cramer's rule. These four basic problems would be good for a quick review or...
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Linear Equations Game
Students participate in a mathematics game in order to investigate the concept of linear equations. They practice using rotations of the game to solve the equations. The teacher can intervene as necessary.