Inside Mathematics
Marble Game
Pupils determine the theoretical probability of winning a game of marbles. Individuals compare the theoretical probability to experimental probability for the same game. They continue on to compare two different probability games.
Inside Mathematics
Squares and Circles
It's all about lines when going around. Pupils graph the relationship between the length of a side of a square and its perimeter. Class members explain the origin in context of the side length and perimeter. They compare the graph to the...
Virginia Department of Education
Growing Patterns and Sequences
Learners explore, discover, compare, and contrast arithmetic and geometric sequences in this collaborative, hands-on activity. They build and analyze growing patterns to distinguish which kind of sequence is represented by a set of data...
Virginia Department of Education
How Much is that Tune?
Tune in for savings! Scholars investigate pricing schemes for two different online music download sites. After comparing the two, they determine the numbers of songs for which each site would be cheaper.
Inside Mathematics
Rugs
The class braids irrational numbers, Pythagoras, and perimeter together. The mini-assessment requires scholars to use irrational numbers and the Pythagorean Theorem to find perimeters of rugs. The rugs are rectangular, triangular,...
Illustrative Mathematics
The Djinni’s Offer
The djinni in this resource offers gold coins. Learners use the properties of exponents to make their decision as one offer increases exponentially. This makes a great group project. As the commentary suggests, start by having groups...
Curated OER
Algebra 1: Unit 5 Review
In this problem solving worksheet, 6th graders determine if 4 functions are exponential growth or decay, sketch 4 graphs and compare 2 sets of functions. Students write the rule, linear or exponential, for 4 tables.
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Easy Worksheet: Domain and Range
In this domain and range worksheet, students solve 4 short answer problems. Students find the domain and range of various functions given an equation, table of values, or graph.
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Relations and Functions
In this relations and functions worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 3 different problems that include relations and functions. First, they use the same relationship between x and y as the illustrated table to determine the value of...
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Writing a Function Rule
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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Function Machine
Second graders decipher a pattern using input and output. In this functions lesson, 2nd graders use input and output numbers to find a pattern involving addition and subtraction. Students use the pattern they discovered to help solve...
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Patterns, Relations, and Functions: Lesson 3: Numerical Patterns
Fourth graders extend and continue numerical patterns using function or input/output machines. They finish the increasing patterns using input/output tables, and generalize the rules that apply to the pattern. They complete the...
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Classifying Functions
Eleventh graders sort different types of functions including rational, periodic, exponential, polynomial, quadratic, logarithmic and linear using "function cards." The functions are displayed in multiple representations including...
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Exponential Functions: Half Life and Doubling Time
High schoolers investigate the concept of exponential functions and how they increase in size over time. They simplify the functions in order to find the solutions that are possible and perform analysis of the curved line that is...
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Input- Output Tables
In this multi-use input-output table activity, students fill in 20 tables to determine the rule for a math sequence or pattern. There are no directions given with this activity.
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Equations and Functions
For this algebra worksheet, students solve linear equations and write them in the y-intercept form. They evaluate and solve equations. There are 10 questions with an answer key.
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Binary Math Circuits
In this Algebra II/Pre-calculus worksheet, students analyze and build digital circuits. The six page worksheet contains eleven problems. Answers not included.
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Properties of Exponential Functions
In this algebra worksheet, students graph exponential equations and use the formula to translate the graph on a coordinate plane. There are 3 word problems.
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Dead Body Math
Students solve the mystery of dead Mr. Potato Head using physics and algebra. They discuss Newton's Law of cooling as it applies to the mystery scenario involving a cooling baked potato as the "victim". They manipulate algebraic...
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Drug Filtering
In this chemistry instructional activity, learners calculate the amount of drug found in someones blood based on how long they have been taking the drug. There are 5 questions.
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Math Regents Exam Questions: Lesson 1-6 - Mean, Median, Mode and Range
In this mean and median worksheet, students examine given data and determine the measures of central tendency for the data. Students compute the mode, mean, median, and range of data. They create stem-and-leaf plots. ...
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Math: Currency Exchange Rates
Sixth graders apply the division and multiplication of decimals to convert dollars to various international currencies. In a travel simulation activity, they convert money, distance, and temperatures. During their "trip," students...
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Modeling a Context from Data (part 1)
While creating models from data, pupils make decisions about precision. Exercises are provided that require linear, quadratic, or exponential models based upon the desired precision.
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Profitable Soda Stand
Am I making any money? Help learners determine if their fictitious soda stand is turning a profit. They graph linear equations using the slope and y-intercept and identify the best price to use to sell soda. They identify the domain and...