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Using Positive Numbers
In this solving equations instructional activity, students solve 70 short answer problems. Students solve each equation for the unknown variable by simplifying like terms and isolating the variable.
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Point-Slope Form
Ninth graders explore the point-slope form of linear equations and graph lines in the point-slope form. After completing the point-slope equation, they identify the slope of a line through a particular point. Students explain the...
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Standard Linear Form
Ninth graders identify and describe the x-intercept as the place where the line crosses the x-axis as it applies to football. They create their own differentiations to reinforce the distinction between the x-intercept and the...
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Solving Systems by Substitution
Students solve systems of linear equations using substitution. They investigate the steps to solving linear equations by substitution and practice problems in small groups.
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Algebra Applies to the Real World? No Way!
Sixth graders examine the connections between math and real life. In this algebra lesson, 6th graders use Algepairs Cards to complete the problems presented and discuss how algebra relates the real world.
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Solving Systems by Elimination
Students review solving absolute value equations. They watch as the teacher demonstrates solving a system of linear equations by addition. Students practice working problems by multiplying to obtain opposite cooefficients, and then...
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Solving Equations as Word Problems: Practice B
Ninth graders investigate solving word problems. In this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders explore the four step process for solving word problems: Step 1-make a table of values, Step 2-identify the constant, Step 3-indetify the...
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Every Graph Tells A Story
Seventh graders explore linear equations. In this graphing instructional activity, 7th graders explore constant rates of change. Students discover the real-life application of graphs and demonstrate their ability to read...
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Population: Logistically Speaking
For this population worksheet, students read word problems relating to population growth. They write the problem as a differential equation, create models and graphs of the solution. This three-page worksheet contains 10 multi-step...
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Introduction to Algebraic Thinking
In this introduction to algebraic thinking, learners perform given calculations. They draw a sequence of pictures to explain the equation. This five page worksheet contains six multi-step problems.
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Earthquakes
Eighth graders demonstrate the mathematical components of a scientific problem as well as illustrate how real world problems can be solved using math. They demonstrate math skills such as rate calculation, graphing, and linear equations.
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Aging Problem
In this aging problem, students read a word problem, write an equation, and determine the current age of specified persons. This one-page worksheet contains 1 multi-step problem. The answer is provided at the bottom of the page.
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Review for the Algebra One SOLs
Students review the standards for Algebra I. Using the text, they discover two problems that match each standard and solve them showing all steps on paper. They create a PowerPoint slide for each problem and go through the correct...
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Solving Quadratic Equations by Graphing
Learners solve quadratic equation by graphing. In this algebra lesson, students use the TI calculator to get a visual of their graph. They create a table of values, plot their points and graph the parabola.
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Mr. P's ShoppingTrip
In this shopping trip worksheet, students read given facts and determine amount of money in hand prior to a shopping trip. This one-page worksheet contains 1 multi-step problem using logic and algebraic reasoning. The answer...
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Conic Sections
Students explore the different properties of conics. In this algebra lesson, students calculate the midpoint of a line, the distances between two points as they get ready to find the focus and directrix in eclipse and other conics. They...
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Application of Graph Theory
Students investigate different online tutorials as they study graphing. In this graphing lesson, students apply the concept of graphs cross curricular and use it to make predictions. They define the purpose and theories behind graphs.
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Factoring
In this algebra worksheet, students solve quadratic equations and factor using complete the square. There are 20 problems.
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Evaluating Algebraic Expressions
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students use substitution to evaluate algebraic expression, including absolute values, factorials, and exponents. The two page worksheet contains eighteen multiple choice...
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Make Up Test on Solving Quadratics
In this solving quadratics worksheet, 10th graders write radicals in the simplest form. They solve quadratics by factoring, completing the square, and through the use of the quadratic formula. Students determine the vertex and axis of...
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Multiplying and Dividing Fractions
For this algebra worksheet, middle schoolers review numerators and denominators. They practice solving fractions using multiplication and division. There are 6 questions including two word problems.
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Absolute Value Equations and Inequalities
Students explore the concept of absolute value inequalities and equations. In this absolute value inequalities and equations lesson plan, students discuss how to solve absolute value inequalities and equations through teacher led...
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The Pythagorean Theorem Lesson 2
Learners discuss and review examples of the Pythagorean Theorem using a GSP, Geometer's Sketchpad, activity.
Helping with Math
#6: Addition and Subtraction Equations (2 of 2)
This printable contains 12 basic equations to be solved. The first one is worked out as an example, and the answers for all can be found by clicking on a "Show Answers" box found on the website. The publisher has identified this as...