Explore how to graph lines from different pieces of information. Scholars learn to graph linear functions when given an equation, given two points that satisfy the function, and when given the initial value and rate of change. They solve...

Class members must determine the best phone plan for customers. by assessing three different phone plans. Each plan price depends not only the number of minutes, but also the location of the calls — bringing in a third variable. Scholars...

Pupils work several real-world problems that use percents in the 11th portion of a 20-part series. The problems contain percents involved with taxes, commissions, discounts, tips, fees, and interest. Scholars use the equations formed for...

Harness the power of algebra to solve problems. Young mathematicians learn to work out multi-step problems by applying algebraic techniques, such as solving equations and proportions. They use tape diagrams to model the problem to finish...

Small groups analyze the attendance at a movie theater and determine the amount of money made for per show. Team members calculate the number of shows it would take for a theater to make a profit after purchasing a new digital projector....

Not all pie graphs are about pies. The class conducts a survey on favorite fast food categories in a lesson on data representation. Pupils use the results to create a circle graph.

Help scholars translate verbal expressions into numerical expressions. The two-page document is comprised of descriptions and examples that showcase terms and phrases related to addition, subtraction, multiplication, division,...

Connect the size of a rolling cup to the size of circle it makes. Pupils view videos of cups of different sizes rolling in a circle. Using the videos and additional data, they attempt to determine a relationship between cup...

One solves inequalities just like equations ... well, almost. Pupils watch a video lecture on solving linear inequalities. They practice solving inequalities, check their answers with the video, and continue to practice the concept with...

Use this activity with the Hands-On Equations kit of manipulatives. Learners find the value of x in 5 equations, then check their answers. A great addition to your math lesson!

In this systems of equations worksheet, students solve systems of equations simultaneously. They read story problems, write systems of equations. This two-page worksheet contains eight problems.

Learners solve a system of two unknowns.  In the Algebra lesson, students use a on line computer applet/program to solve a system by the elimination method.  The student's work is self checking, giving immediate feedback. ...

Students rewrite word problems using the correct symbols. In this algebra lesson plan, students find the trigonometric identities and use them to solve problems. They write equations for the trigonometric ratios.

In this Algebra II instructional activity, 11th graders solve equations involving radical equations.  The instructional activity provides an explanation and worked examples.  The two page instructional activity contains three...

In this quadratic equations activity, students rewrite five given equations into quadratic equations by changing the variables.  Students then find the real solutions for three quadratic equations.

Eighth graders investigate the input/output model for building function tables. From the data, 8th graders connect tables, graphs, function rules, and equations in one variable. They work backwards to determine function rules for given...

In this linear equations worksheet, students solve 9 different linear equations by applying the point-slope formula in each. First, they determine the linear equation of each. Then, students use the slope and one point of the line to...

For this polynomial equations worksheet, students evaluate roots and draw vector representations. This three-page worksheet contains four problems.

In this algebra worksheet, 5th graders solve 6 word problems by finding the value of variable in function tables. They use the information to solve the problems.

In this math club #1:  algebra worksheet, 9th graders work in groups to solve 6 algebraic expressions.

Students discover for which kind of linear function is appropriate to use the "scatter" or the "connected" term. In this lesson, students investigate functions using variables, patterns book, graph paper, rulers and the graphit program.

Students solve systems of 2-by-2 linear equations using tables, graphs and substitution. In small groups, classmates work together to discover strategies for solving equations. They use a calculator to graphically represent their answers.

In this solving linear equations activity, 9th graders solve and complete 6 different types of problems. First, they maintain a balance on both sides of the equation so that each side remains equal. Then, students apply mathematical...

Learners solve equations of the form ax+b=cx+d and visualize the concept of "balancing" an equation.