High schoolers estimate the number of civilizations in the galaxy by first estimating the number of craters on the Moon and then by performing estimates of multiple-variable systems culminating in the use of the Drake Equation.

For this linear equation worksheet, students solve five systems of linear equations using the substitution method.  Three examples with steps to solve are provided.

In this equation worksheet, students solve simple one-variable equations using addition and multiplication. Real numbers, with variables in the fractions are included. There are 54 equations on this two-page worksheet.

In this function worksheet, students map equations and identify three dominant characteristics. They evaluate functions of complex variables. This three-page worksheet contains approximately ten problems.

In this variables in experiments worksheet, students read about control variables and experimental variables before they respond to 15 graphic organizer and short answer questions.

In this function worksheet, students solve functions using given function rules. Function equations include absolute value, real numbers, and exponents. This one-page worksheet contains 30 functions values for the student to solve.

In this algebra worksheet, learners solve equations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They solve word problems using equations. There are 5 questions with an answer key.

In this factoring worksheet, students solve equations by factoring. Explanations and examples are given prior to the exercise. This two-page interactive worksheet contains 12 problems with answers.

In this math worksheet, pupils solve problems involving radicals in six problems. The other ten problems require students to factor quadratic equations and solve for the given variable. Two problems involve negative exponents.

In this polynomial activity, learners factor polynomials. Equations contain two to three terms, with one to two different variables. This one-page activity contains ten problem.

In this expressions worksheet, students solve and complete 8 different multiple choice problems. First, they determine the equation that can be used to find an amount. Then, students determine the value of each expression provided one of...

In this echelon matrix worksheet, students find the nullspace of matrices by finding the reduced row echelon. This two-page worksheet contains explanations, examples and six problems to complete.

In this nullspace matrix worksheet, learners observe the rank and number of independent rows and columns a matrix has. They compute the product of matrices and describe the column space of each. This two-page worksheet contains...

Students are introduced to the concept of variables and their uses. In groups, they are given a code in which they must find the value of the missing words. To end the lesson, they find the value of words over ten letters long and their...

Prompt scholars to complete a magic square using only variables. Then they can attempt to solve a numerical magic square using algebra. 

Knowing how to scale a recipe is an important skill. Young mathematicians determine the amount of ingredients they need to make a certain number of truffles when given a recipe. They determine a relationship between ingredients given a...

Students 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.

School subjects connect when your young scholars use math to edit English. Math allows you to convert an entire paragraph into a simple equation or inequality. Examples encourage learners to write expressions, equations, and inequalities...

An informative module highlights eight polynomial concepts. Learners work with polynomial functions, expressions, and equations through graphing, simplifying, and solving. 

Class members create a table of the number of chords that can be drawn given the number of points on a circle. Pupils analyze the data created, find a function to fit to it, and use the function to make further predictions.

Time to study the most sensible function — rational functions! The seven-lesson unit develops the concept of a rational function through a connection to rational numbers and fractions. Scholars graph functions, solve equations, and...

This activity helps young mathematicians connect the graph and the point-slope form of a line, by first solving a real-world problem and then using that example to motivate the understanding of the equation. By manipulating the gizmo,...

Reinforce math vocabulary with a set of flash cards. With a total of forty-eight cards, each are printed in bold font, and include definition cards that offer a labeled example. Terms include absolute value, ordered...

How can baseball and skeet-shooting be modeled mathematically? Sports lovers and young mathematicians learn how to use quadratic equations and systems of equations to model the flight paths of various objects.