Math Open Reference
Math Open Reference: Surface Area of a Right Prism
Use this interactive tool to find the surface area of a right prism. Try different figures for the height and the dimensions of the prism to see how these affect the surface area. Properties of right prisms are explained, how to use a...
Scholastic
Scholastic: Adventures in Math: Lesson 2: Saving Money by Finding the Better Buy
Students will be able to make economically sound purchasing decisions by using unit pricing, calculating discounts, and analyzing fixed and variable costs.
Calculator Soup
Calculator Soup: Long Addition Calculator
Add whole numbers and decimal numbers using long addition showing work. This calculator shows all the steps for adding numbers with long addition.
Calculator Soup
Calculator Soup: Lcd Calculator Least Common Denominator
Use this Least Common Denominator Calculator to find the lowest common denominator (LCD) of fractions, integers and mixed numbers. Finding the LCD is important because fractions need to have the same denominator when you are doing...
Calculator Soup
Calculator Soup: Long Subtraction Calculator With Regrouping
Do long subtraction with regrouping or borrowing. Enter whole numbers or decimal numbers to find the difference. This calculator finds the answer using long subtraction with regrouping and shows the work step by step.
Calculator Soup
Calculator Soup: Long Multiplication Calculator
Multiplication of positive or negative whole numbers or decimal numbers as the multiplicand and multiplier to calculate the product using long multiplication. The solution shows the work for the Standard Algorithm.
Calculator Soup
Calculator Soup: Estimating Sums and Differences of Fractions Calculator
Estimate sums and differences for positive proper fractions, n/d (numerator/denominator). Use rounding to estimate answers when adding or subtracting proper fractions.
Smithsonian Institution
National Museum of American History: Slates, Slide Rules and Software
Did you learn to calculate using a 7-foot-long slide rule? Did you learn about the properties of numbers using brightly colored Cuisenaire rods? Ever wonder who invented the graph paper you used in geometry class? Go back to the...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Explore Graphs and Factors
Students use a graphing calculator to explore the relationship between the linear factors of a quadratic function and its zeros. They learn that the x-intercepts and axis of symmetry of a quadratic function can be determined from its...
Other
Asl: Heart of Algebra: Chapters 19 21 (Sat and Psat Prep)
Chapter 19 Heart of Algebra focuses on the mastery of linear equations, systems of linear equations, and linear functions. The ability to analyze and create linear equations, inequalities, and functions is essential for success in...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: G Gmd Doctor's Appointment
In preparation for some medical tests, Jared must drink 3 liters of water today, but he has forgotten his water bottle at home and must use paper cone cups at work. Learners are asked to calculate how many of these he must drink if that...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: F Tf Trigonometric Ratios and the Pythagorean Theorem
The purpose of this task is to use the Pythagorean Theorem to establish a fundamental trigonometric identity for an acute angle. The reasoning behind this identity is then applied to calculate a cosine for a given obtuse angle. Aligns...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: G Gmd Centerpiece
This problem presents a wedding reception scenario. The bride is creating centerpieces for the tables and must calculate how many marbles she needs to partly fill the vases and stay within her budget at the same time. Aligns with G-GMD.A.3.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: G Mg the Lighthouse Problem
For this task, students are asked to calculate the height above sea level of a lamp on top of a lighthouse that is visible to a boat, and to examine two other interpretations of the distance from the lighthouse to the boat. Aligns with...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 6.g Finding Areas of Polygons
This task presents drawings of polygons on square grids and asks students to calculate their area. They will need to use a few strategies, including decomposing and recombining shapes. Aligns with 6.G.A.1.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Making Decisions With Expected Values
Calculate expected values and then use them to make decisions. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
PBS
Pbs: Real World Proportional Relationships: Gender Wage Gap
Using this infographic, learn how wage equity today compares with data from 50 years ago, at the dawn of the equal pay movement. The accompanying classroom activity invites students to explore the change in the gender wage gap from 1965...
PBS
Pbs: Horizontal and Vertical Distances on the Cartesian Graph
In this interactive, students use logic and mathematical skill to place aquatic animals at locations on a Cartesian graph with cardinal directions. Then, they determine both the vertical and horizontal distances between points. The...