What does translating points on a number line have to do with solving inequalities? Young mathematicians first learn about translations of points on a number line, and then use this information to solve linear inequalities in one variable.

Just how far will the Facebook post go? Lead a discussion on how to manipulate the sum of a geometric series to figure out a formula to find the sum at any step. The plan contains an alternative to the discussion with more...

Learners model a real-life scenario by writing a two-step algebra equation and solving it, as they complete this worksheet. Ten practice word problems on one piece of paper are nicely prepared just for your young algebra learners.

Linear equations are the focus of activities that ask learners to first complete a task that involves interpreting algebraic expressions and solving linear equations. They then take part in a card activity matching...

There's more than one way to solve an equation — three, actually. Scholars learn how to solve simple linear equations in one variable using three different methods, which include using balance scales, using decomposition (e.g., turning...

How many different ways can three planes intersect? The interactive provides three movable planes. Pupils manipulate the planes to determine the number of solutions possible based upon their intersections.

Teach solving equations through an exploration of properties. Before pupils solve equations they manipulate them to produce equivalent equations. The activity switches the focus from finding a solution to applying properties correctly.

Explore methods for solving linear systems with your classes and introduce learners to using matrices as a viable method. Scholars are able to recognize situations where matrices are the efficient method of solving. Application...

How can matrices help us solve linear systems? Learners explore this question as they apply their understanding of transformation matrices to linear systems. They discover the inverse matrix and use it to solve the matrix equation...

Solve your equation and prove it, too. Young mathematicians solve linear equations using an interactive. They must input a property to justify each step of their solutions.

What percent of the mixture is juice? Pairs use their knowledge of proportions to determine what percent a mixture is juice given the percent of juice in the components. Pupils use the procedure learned with the juice mixture problem to...

Does the explanation make sense? Sample items highlight claim three, communicating reason, in the Smarter Balanced assessments. Teachers use the 16 items to help show pupils the importance of communication and reasoning within...

Group equations by their solutions. Given six different equations, pupils determine which have the same solutions. Scholars explain why some are the same and some are different.

This first of twelve algebra 2 resources provides a broad review of many algebra 1 concepts through a number of separable lessons and labs. Starting with the real number system and its subsystems, the sections quickly but thoroughly...

Ninth graders investigate how to solve equations with the variable present on both sides. They practice isolating the variable and combining like terms before solving the equation for the variable.

Classmates solve 18 different problems that are mostly word problems that apply algebraic expressions. They draw different combinations of masses on a scale that would balance. They also simplify expressions and solve for x in a number...

In this systems of equations worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 10 different sets of problems that include three variables. First, they simplify each equation and put them in standard form. Then, students choose to eliminate any...

In this algebraic equation worksheet, students solve simple algebraic equations containing integers and fractions. They solve for the unknown. This four-page worksheet contains 20 multi-step problems.

In this algebra worksheet, students solve equations using addition, multiplication, division and subtraction. They factor through distribution and solve for the unknown. There are 9 questions with an answer key.

In this two-step equations worksheet, students simplify given equations. They solve for the unknown. This two-page worksheet contains 15 problems. Answers are provided on the last page.

For this linear equation worksheet, students solve basic linear equations containing positive and negative integers. Students show their algebra steps, as they solve for "x." The majority of the ten equations contain two terms, and a few...

In this equations and formulas worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 15 different problems. First, they solve for the variable x in each equation. Then, students solve for y in each equation. In addition, they write an equation and...

Students solve two steps equations. In this algebra lesson, students follow the correct step to solve a linear equation. They combine like terms and solve for the variable.

Learners write equations for problems. In this number lesson, students add, subtract, multiply and divide numbers to solve for a variable. They rewrite word problems using algebraic symbols.