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Analyzing a Graph
Collaborative groups utilize their knowledge of parent functions and transformations to determine the equations associated with graphs. The graph is then related to the scenario it represents.
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Linear Relationships
There's just something special about lines in algebra. Introduce your classes to linear equations by analyzing the linear relationship. Young mathematicians use input/output pairs to determine the slope and the slope-intercept formula to...
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College Costs
Predict the year that college costs will double in your state using linear modeling. The first part of this two-part project based learning activity asks young mathematicians to use data from the College Board. They graph the data,...
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Mid-Module Assessment Task: Grade 7 Mathematics Module 4
Assess the ability of the class to solve percent problems with an assessment that covers a variety of percent problems from basic to multi-step. Pupils make connections between percent problems and proportional thinking to complete...
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Linear Inequalities in Two Variables
Use this activity as a warm up, a refresher exercise, or a practice after a more detailed lesson on graphing linear inequalities in two variables. Start with boundaries that are horizontal or vertical, then move into graphs with...
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Solving Eqautions w/ Division & Multiplication: Practice A
Ninth graders explore the process of solving one-step equations. In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders solve one-step equations involving multiplication and division. The lesson includes translation of verbal expressions to...
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Investigation: Linear Quadratic Systems
Investigate linear quadratic systems and pose this question: Do all linear quadratic systems have two solutions? Do they all have a solution? Learners solve systems of equations through graphing. They indicate the points of intersection...
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Fundamental Theorem of Algebra
In this worksheet, learners identify the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. They solve polynomial functions and simplify expressions and equations.
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Division Equations
In this division worksheet, students solve algebraic problems containing fractions. This one-page worksheet contains 11 problems. Answers are provided. This worksheet may be completed on-line or produced in printed form.
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Write Equation of a Line given the Slope
In this algebra activity, students solve linear equations using one and two steps. They solve systems of equations using substitution and elimination with graphing. There are links for ready made tests and quizzes.
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Solve and check multi-step equations and inequalities
Learners participate in a lesson that is concerned with the solving of multiple step equations and inequalities. The use of algebra tiles translates the information well for the kinesthetic learners. Then the skills are used to solve the...
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Manipulating Multi-step Equations (Grade 8)
Ninth graders solve multi-step equations. In this Algebra I lesson, watch a video on solving equations with variables on both sides of the equal sign. Students visit an Internet site to solve simple equations through the use...
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Rotation of Tasks for Solving Linear Equations
In this linear systems instructional activity, students solve systems of equations using three different methods: substitution, adding and subtracting, and graphing. This two-page instructional activity contains three multi-step problems.
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Standard Form of Conics
Looking for a complete go-to guide for the standard form of conics? This five-page packet does a nice job of connecting conics to prior knowledge of functions and transformations. Adapt the resource as Algebra II lesson plan...
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Understanding Proportions and Scale Drawings
Proportions are ratios found using multiplication or division. Middle schoolers solve measurement problems, find a figure's missing dimension, and find the distance between two points. Resource features four lesson plans with detailed...
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Solving Systems of Equations Algebraically
Students solve systems of equations algebraically. In this algebra lesson, students solve systems using substitution and elimination. They solve linear and quadratic systems.
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Writing Linear Equations
Young scholars rewrite word problems using algebraic symbols. In this algebra activity, students write linear equations using the slope and y intercept. They write equations given two points that are on the line.
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Scale and Equations
In this Algebra I activity, 9th graders solve equations by using the concept of a scale where unknowns are represented by cylinders and numbers by marbles. The four page activity contains ten problems. Answers are not...
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Solving Multi-Step Equations (Ch. 2.3)
Eighth graders solve multi-step equations, showing each step in their solution. This multi-step equations lesson includes sample problems to complete as a class, clear step by step instructions for the student and a linked comic strip...
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Linear Equations
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders write the equation of a line given a table, the slope and a point, or two points. The three page worksheet contains eleven problems. Answers are not provided.
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Radical Equations
In this radical equations worksheet, students complete short answer questions about radical equations. Students answer 7 questions and look at many examples.
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Chapter 3 - Objective 2.1 Variable Expressions
In this variable expression worksheet, students solve and check given one and two-step variable expressions using algebra. This one-page worksheet contains ten problems.
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Solving Linear Equations
Use this worksheet for practice or review solving linear equations in one variable. Problems range from multiple-step problems involving parentheses and combining like terms, to word problems, to equations with no solution or infinitely...
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Solving Systems of Equations by graphing for Algebra One
Students watch the teacher demonstrate on an overhead projector how to graph various equations before the students try them on their own. They start with pencil and paper; once they grasp the concept they move on to punching in the...