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Count the Differences

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Students determine the degree of polynomials.  In this determining the degree of polynomials instructional activity, students find the difference between consecutive y-values.  Students find the degree of a linear, quadratic,...
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Awareness of Pre-algebra Concepts

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students work in a cooperative group of three to solve algebraic equations with roles assigned for manipulator, recorder, and checker. They utilize hands-on learning materials imbedded in the lesson plan.
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Wacky Water World: Student Worksheet

For Teachers 4th - 6th
In this math worksheet, young scholars will work alone or in pairs to determine which theme park ticket package is a better deal. Students will use data provided in the worksheet and a graphing calculator to make the decision.
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Linear Inequalities - Parallelogram Problem

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students use the Geometer's Sketchpad to illustrate possible answers to a parallelogram problem. As a class, they discuss the point-slope and linear equation forms. Individually, students solve their equations and check the results on...
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Chapter 5 Solving Problems

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers explore the concept of algebra topics. In this algebra topics lesson, students solve linear and quadratic equations. High schoolers solve systems and factor equations. Students practice problems involving perfect square...
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ALASKA-CANADA HIGHWAY PROBLEM

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Young scholars create a table of ordered pairs, using variables (dependent and independent), writing equations, converting metric and standard measurements for distance using mileposts.
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Algebra 2 - Linear Programming

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students read real world problems, determine the variables, and set up the function using algebraic statements. After entering data into the graphing calculator, they display information in the form of graphs and scatter plots. ...
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2 X 2 Linear Systems

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Young scholars solve 2 X 2 systems using graphing and algebraic methods.
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That's a Fine Line You're Walking!

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Pupils experiment with Hiker program to practice real world applications of linear functions and develop their understanding of expressions, relationships, and manipulations involved in writing and graphing linear equations in...
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Running on Metrics

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Pupils use the metric system to convert equations. They use a conversion table to change from metric units to the units they are more comfortable with (Fahrenheit temperatures, miles, quarts, pounds.) Students use algebraic equations...
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Ball Toss Activity

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Pupils collect data from tossing a ball into the air. Using a data collection device, they graph the data, set a window, and analyze the height of the toss, how long the ball was in the air, etc. They then find an equation that models...
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Linear Systems: Permutations and Transposes

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this permutations worksheet, students identify a transpose matrix, and create a permutation matrix. This three-page worksheet contains six problems.
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JFK Assassination

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners write equations of a line. In this algebra lesson, students investigate the assassination of JFK through linear equations. They calculate the length of given line segments.
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Geometry Quiz

For Students 9th - 12th
In this geometric quiz worksheet, learners complete 5 problems involving segment addition, distance formula, and solving equations.
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Linear Systems: Diagonalizing a Matrix

For Students Higher Ed
In this diagonalizing a matrix worksheet, students explore matrix factorization and use diagonal decomposition. This two-page worksheet contains examples, explanations and four practice problems.
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Linear Systems: Applications of Determinants

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this determinant worksheet, students explore determinants, area and volume. This two-page worksheet contains explanations and examples. It provides two problems for students to solve.
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Linear Systems: Independence, Basis and Dimension

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this basis and dimension worksheet, students explore vector spaces associated with rectangular matrices. The two-page worksheet contains approximately 20 short answer questions.
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Determining Red-Shift in a Receding Star

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students practice manipulating algebra formulas with more than one variable. They examine the topics of velocity, wavelength and frequency. They determine the amount of red-shift in a receding star.
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Number Properties-Know'em, Like'em, Use'em

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders explore mathematical properties through the use of an advertising jingle. They produce a commercial that is digitized and presented to the class. Students write a jingle that simplifies each property and helps classmates...
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Modular Arithmetic Station

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders find ways to use math everyday. In this algebra lesson, 8th graders model equation and problem solving as they multiply and divide numbers. They split up in to groups as they perform hands on operations. 
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Diamond Problems

For Students 8th
Diamond problems are a great way to have students solve and complete 5 various types of problems that include measurement and using algebra tiles to solve expressions. First, they copy each diamond and solve it. Then, 8th graders compute...
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Eliminate What?

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Students are introduced to the elimination method in Algebra. As a class, they solve two linear equations with two unknowns using this new method. They discuss the positive and negative aspects of using this method to solve problems. ...
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Show Me the Money

For Teachers 6th - 12th Standards
Pupils investigate financial applications of mathematics in this mathematics activity. They will investigate equations that represent a company’s income, expense, and profit functions and use those equations to identify break even points...
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Buying Your First New Car!

For Teachers 11th - 12th Standards
Learners explore exponential growth and decay using M&M’s in this Algebra II/Pre-calculus lesson. They investigate the cost of a new car by calculating depreciation and payments.