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An Algebraic Oversight
Tackle a common misconception using a performance task. Dividing by a variable to eliminate a variable may seem like a good idea, but simplifying the variable eliminates solutions as well. Learners develop algebraic and graphical support...
Virginia Department of Education
Solve for the Unknown
How can shapes help solve literal equations? Scholars first learn to replace variables with shapes to aid in solving literal equations. A worksheet of practice problems helps hone the skill.
EngageNY
Angle Problems and Solving Equations II
Demonstrate the application of algebra to geometric angle relationships with an activity that asks learners to use what they know about adjacent and vertical angles to write algebraic equations. Diagrams become more complex in this...
Curated OER
Application of Linear Systems
Let the learners take the driving wheel! The class solves systems of linear equations and applies the concepts of systems to solve a real-world situation about parking cars and buses. They then use calculators to create a visual of their...
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Forms of Quadratic Equations
Transformations of parabolas to fit a particular quadratic equation is taught through this lesson. In this transforming parabolas to fit a particular quadratic equation lesson, high schoolers describe the transformations of the...
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The Da Vinci Code: Math Fun
A wonderful way to introduce or practice simple algebraic equations, where a variable is used in place of a number. Learners will work to crack the Da Vinci Code (as it is called) and replace letter variables with the "code" numbers to...
Project Maths
Introduction to Equations
Do your pupils truly understand inverse operations, or is their understanding a little backward? Scholars learn the meaning of an equation in the second lesson of a four-part Algebra series. A series of activities begins with an...
PBS
Using Variables in Simple Equations
A Cyberchase clip shows Hacker creating a game show that uses a variable to find out how much power is produced by a gleamer bug. Follow the video with a instructional activity about using variables to solve equations. Terrific...
EngageNY
Representing Proportional Relationships with Equations 2
Scholars determine how long it takes to build a birdhouse with the second activity on using equations with proportional relationships. The resource uses examples such as birdhouse building and produce prices to encourage pupils to write...
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Magic Square: Solving Linear Equations
Math can be magical with exercises such as this! Prealgebrarians produce answers for nine linear equations. Each answer is placed into a square. If all answers are correct, the square will end up Sudoku-style: numbers in each row,...
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Using Algebraic Equations in Geometry Problems
In this using algebraic equations in geometry problems worksheet, 6th graders write an equation to solve each addition problem about geometry, then find the solution.
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My Test Book: Algebraic Equations
In this online interactive math skills worksheet, students solve 10 multiple choice math problems regarding algebraic equations. Students may submit their answers to be scored.
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Algebraic Equations
In this algebraic equations worksheet, students solve 9 different problems that include various types of equations used on the sheet. First, they determine the solution of a given inequality. Then, students write the greatest common...
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Illustrating Equations Worksheet
Represent 10 algebraic equations using algebra tiles using this hands-on activity sheet. Your class will solve 10 algebraic equations using the algebra tiles.
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Solving Quadratic Equations with Square Roots
For this quadratic equations worksheet, students solve quadratic equations containing square roots. They combine like terms and solve for the unknown. This four-page worksheet contains 28 problems. Answers are provided on the last two...
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Using Proof in Algebra
In this using proofs in algebra instructional activity, students solve ten different problems related to solving proofs. First, they name the property of equality that justifies each statement given. Then, students complete each proof by...
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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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Algebra Worksheet #5 - Find the Value of X
Here is a linear equations learning exercise which invites learners to subtract a whole number value from both sides of the equal sign to find the value of X for fourteen problems.
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Solving Radical Equations
In this algebra worksheet, students solve 10 equations for the given variable. Each problem involves numbers under a radical sign.
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Systems of Linear Equations: Word Problems
In this linear equation worksheet, student read word problems and write and algebraic equations. They use systems of linear equations to solve the problem. This one-page worksheet contains six problems, with answers.
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Algebraic Equations
In this algebraic equations activity, students solve and complete 4 different sets of problems that include solving for variables and using ratios. First, they solve for a variable and write out all of the steps in the process. Then,...
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Algebraic Equations
In this algebraic equations worksheet, learners solve 8 equations. Students then answer 2 word problems and simplify 2 expressions by combining like terms and using the distributive property. Learners also write equations from a diagram.
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Solving One-Step Addition Algebraic Equations
In this algebraic equations worksheet, students solve nine one-step linear equations by subtracting. A sample problem is provided as well as the solutions.
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Problem Solving Using Algebraic Equations
In this problem solving learning exercise, students are presented with how four numbers are related and then asked to solve for these four numbers. The solution, using algebraic equations, is provided.