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Number and Operations- Raul's Apples: Word Problem

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Students discover how they can use manipulatives to solve word problems. In this problem solving lesson, students read Raul's Apples Problem and then complete a worksheet, using beans or counters to solve the problem. Students discuss...
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Is There a Problem with Wildlife on our Roads?

For Teachers 7th - 12th
Students create a graph and analyze it to see if the data shows there is a problem with wildlife on the roads. In this wildlife collision lesson students write an essay to support their conclusions.
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Solving Verbal Problems using a System of Linear Equations

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students solve word problems whose solution requires the use of a system of linear equations in two variables.  The two page worksheet contains a combination of ten multiple choice and free...
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The Weights Problem

For Students 9th - 12th
In this word problem worksheet, learners solve 1 word problem. Students determine the number of different size weights needed to make any combination of weight from 1 to 17 pounds.
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Mathematics Problem

For Students 7th - 9th
Students try to see how many different ways they can spell out the word MATHEMATICS. In this puzzle activity, students use the properties of Pascal's Triangle and try to spell out the word Mathematics. There is a solution key with this...
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Problem -Solving Decision: Explain Your Answer Practice 5.8

For Students 3rd - 4th
In this explaining solutions activity, students read and solve 3 story problems that involve addition and subtraction. Students must explain their answers.
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Volume Word Problems

For Students 10th
In this volume worksheet, 10th graders solve 10 different word problems that include determining the volume in each one. First, they determine the ratio of their radius given the cubic meters of a sphere. Then, students determine the...
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The Train and Bee Problem

For Students 9th - 12th
In this problem solving worksheet, students solve 1 word problem about two trains and a bee traveling towards each other.  Students determine the distance traveled by the bee given velocity of the trains and bee, and the distance...
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An Introduction to Mathematica and the "Birthday Problem"

For Teachers 12th
Twelfth graders determine the probability of two people in their class sharing the same birthday.  In this determining the probability of two people in their class sharing the same birthday problem lesson, 12th graders use...
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de Morgan's Age problem

For Students 10th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve for the year de Morgan was born given some clues. There is an answer key with this problem.
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The Final Exam Problem

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students analyze a comic strip and answer specific questions about it. There is an answer key with this problem.
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Solving Problems

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders become familiar with need strategies for computation of money problems and estimating sums. In this computation instructional activity, 2nd graders solve real life problems to understand estimation and money problems.
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Scales Problems

For Students 4th - 8th
In this scales worksheet, students find the weight of the shapes on the scale by comparing it to the other side, and make up their own problems. Students complete 5 sets of problems.
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The Candy Factory Problem

For Students 9th - 12th
In this word problem worksheet, high schoolers solve 1 word problem in short answer format. Students determine the amount of candy to put in ten bags to fill any order between one and one thousand.
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The Five Equation Problem

For Students 11th
In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders solve systems of equations by deciphering word problems and using substitution. There is an answer key for this problem.
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An Engaging Age Problem

For Students 10th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, students identify the age of a man and a woman given their combined age and some clues to help write the equation. There is an answer key with this problem.
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Integrated Algebra/Math A/B Regents Questions: Quadratic Word Problems

For Students 9th - 12th
For this quadratic word problems worksheet, students solve 8 short answer and multiple choice problems. Students write and solve quadratic equations given a quadratic word problem.
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Percent / Percentage Word Problems (Part 2)

For Students 9th - 12th
In this online math worksheet, high schoolers solve word problems associated with percentage. This excellent resource allows the students to check their answers, and to get "hints" should they run into difficulties. A terrific teaching...
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Integrated Algebra Practice: Systems of Linear Equation Word Problems

For Students 9th - 12th
In this systems of equations worksheet, students solve 10 short answer problems. Students write and solve systems of equations given a word problem.
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Exercises 6.5: Initial Value Problems

For Teachers 11th - 12th
In this initial value worksheet, students find the initial value of 12 problems.  Students are given a system of equations and must use derivatives to find the initial value.
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Tangent to a Circle From a Point

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Learners see application of construction techniques in a short but sophisticated problem. Combining the properties of inscribed triangles with tangent lines and radii makes a nice bridge between units, a way of using...
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Ratio Problems Worksheet 3

For Students 6th - 10th
In this ratios worksheet, students solve word problems containing ratios of pencils, hot dogs, and more. Students complete 5 problems.
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Solving Math Problems In the Real World

For Teachers 5th - 8th
Upper elementary and middles schoolers discuss and solve real world applications of math. They use formulas for volume and percents to answer real world questions. In the second part of the lesson plan, groups write and solve word...
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Percent Error and Percent Increase - Independent Practice Worksheet

For Students 6th - 8th Standards
Give your learners a small taste of the business world by calculating percent error and percent increase. The resource provides several practice problems to give your mathematicians practice setting up the ratio to convert to percents....

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