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Applications and Problem Solving

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students solve the problems after translating them into algebraic expressions. Special attention is paid to converting the measurement units.
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Applications And Problem Solving

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, middle schoolers use the operation of addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division to solve the word problems.
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Applications and Problem Solving Using Quadratic Equations

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students apply solving quadratic equations using word problems. They pay special attention to the units of measurement.
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Applications, Proportions, and Problem Solving

For Teachers 6th - 9th
In this math worksheet, students find the solutions to the problems involving proportions. They also compare the similar triangles.
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Using Inequalities to Problem Solve

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Young scholars explore inequalities. In this Algebra I lesson plan, students solve and graph linear inequalities involving addition, subtraction, multiplication, or division.  Young scholars use inequalities to solve and graph...
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Problem Solving Using Percentages

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students explore the concept of percentages. In this percentages lesson, students find the percentages of various colored m&m's in their bags. Students find the cost of items before and after a discount. Students use proportions to...
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Problem Solving Using Pattern Blocks

For Teachers 3rd - 8th
Students use pattern blocks to create a figure that is described to them and establish a pattern based on the description of the geometric figure. In this pattern blocks lesson plan, students fill out shape and fraction worksheets.
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Disney's Mickey Mouse Clubhouse "Daisy Bo Peep"

For Teachers K
Students watch an episode of Mickey Mouse's clubhouse, "Daisy Bo Peep". As a class, they are introduced to the proper words to describe location. They also identify the circle, square and triangle shapes and end the instructional...
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Mathematics Problem Solving-- Counting the Socks in the Drawer

For Teachers 2nd - 3rd
In this math worksheet, students read a word problem. Students are asked to present their solution using numbers, pictures and words.
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Grocery Store Problem Solving

For Teachers 3rd
Third graders practice mathematical problem solving skills. In this problem solving lesson, 3rd graders develop mathematical problem solving skills using real-world examples.
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Book Title: Ten Flashing Fireflies

For Teachers K
This instructional activity engages learners in a variety of activities to build 1 to 1 correspondence, estimation, and problem solving skills. They discuss problem solving strategies, hear the story Ten Flashing Fireflies, compose...
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Can You Tell What the Hidden Message Is?

For Teachers 3rd - 5th
In this math patterns worksheet, students use their problem solving skills to solve 6 problems that require them to complete messages by finding patterns.
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Multiplying and Dividing Fractions and Mixed Numbers

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Upper graders study fraction and mixed number division and also review fraction multiplication. In this fraction and mixed numbers instructional activity, learners work with the teacher in an oral problem solving method to multiply and...
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Friends Meeting on Bikes

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
It is the job of your mathematicians to figure out how fast Anya is riding her bike when meeting her friend. The problem shares the distance, time spent riding, and Taylor's speed leaving the last variable for your learners to solve. Use...
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Linear Equations

For Teachers 9th - 11th
This is a great lesson from start to finish. With partners and on their own, learners write and solve linear equations and inequalities. They use manipulatives, group work, and an included worksheet to make magic with their problem...
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Ratios and Proportions Word Problem Worksheet

For Teachers 5th - 6th
In this ratios and proportions worksheet, students solve 7 word problems. They are given the ratio in each problem so that they can apply it when solving the problem.
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An Introduction to Polynomial Functions

For Teachers 10th - Higher Ed
In this introduction to polynomial function worksheet, students classify, state the degree, find the intercepts, and evaluate polynomial functions. Six of the problems are true/false problems and thirty-eight and free-response problem...
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Voting for Two, Variation 1

For Teachers 5th - 7th Standards
The votes are in and your mathematicians are going to calculate how many votes each candidate received. Three different solution choices are given, depending on which method is taught. Have your learners set up a table, compute parts, or...
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Solve for Missing Ratios

For Teachers 5th - 10th
In this ratios worksheet, students solve for the variable in the ratios containing one and two digit numbers. Students complete 10 problems total.
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Quadrilateral Clues

For Teachers 4th - 5th Standards
Fourth and fifth graders work in pairs  explore quadrilaterals. In this problem-solving lesson, learners participate in hands-on activities that require them to identify, describe, compare, and classify quadrilaterals. This is meant...
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Counting Objects in Set (Up to Five)

For Teachers Pre-K - K
In this counting to 5 worksheet, students solve 10 problems in which objects in a set are counted. Students circle the number that tells how many.
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Counting Objects in a Set (1 to 9)

For Teachers Pre-K - K
In this counting to nine worksheet, students solve 5 problems in which objects in a set are counted. Students circle the number that tells how many objects are shown. All sets will be nine or fewer.
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Counting Objects in a Set-- 1 to 7

For Teachers Pre-K - K
In this counting to nine worksheet, students solve 5 problems in which objects in a set are counted. Students circle the number that tells how many objects are shown. All sets will be nine or fewer.
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Problem Solving with Batting Averages

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders use data from an Excel document to analyze and predict trends in batting averages.