Pupils solve 2 X 2 systems graphically and algebraically. They investigate parallel systems. They solve application problems using 2 X 2 systems.

In this algebra activity, students solve inequalities using addition, subtractions and multiplication. They graph the inequalities with shading. There are 2 questions.

Young math whizzes role play a doctor operating on a patient without diagnosing the patient's condition. They relate this medical malpractice to performing a mathematical operation before evaluating conditions or deciding what the...

Investigate the application of vector transformations applied to linear systems. Individuals use vectors to transform a linear system translating the solution to the origin. They apply their understanding of vectors, matrices,...

In this linear function worksheet, students use tables to find the values of functions. They graph linear functions and explore the significance of the coordinates. This two-page worksheet contains 4 multi-step problems. Graph paper is...

In this study guide worksheet, students examine and complete questions that are similar to the college Accuplacer College Level Math test. This worksheet includes, but is not limited to, factoring and expanding polynomials, simplifying...

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.

Harness the power of algebra to solve problems. Young mathematicians learn to work out multi-step problems by applying algebraic techniques, such as solving equations and proportions. They use tape diagrams to model the problem to finish...

Middle-schoolers solve various problems related to proportions. They write ratios in word form and then, replace the words with numbers. Pupils also write an equation in which they will cross-multiply to solve the proportion. This is an...

Students explore parabolas.  In this algebra and technology lesson, students construct the equation of a specific parabola, then take digital photos of real-life representations of these parabolas.  Students create a podcast...

Create polynomials with specific values. The task consists of writing three polynomial functions that evaluate to specific values for any given number. Scholars first find a polynomial that evaluates to one for a given value, then a...

Witness the power of exponential growth with an activity that investigates two different savings plans. Class members create tables of values to see how and when a savings plan increasing exponentially exceeds one increasing linearly.

How do doctors predict a child's future height? Scholars use one case study to determine the height of a child two years into the future. They graph the given data, determine the line of best fit, and use that to estimate the height in...

Monitor the growth of young mathematicians with a comprehensive addition and subtraction assessment. Using the context of a class field trip to an apple orchard, this series of four story problems allows children to demonstrate their...

Young mathematicians extend their knowledge of rational numbers on a number line to graph inequalities by first using number cards to compare rational numbers. They finish by using similar reasoning to graph inequalities on a number line.

In this linear equation worksheet, students solve and complete 2 different experiments that include using linear equations. First, they determine the difference between independent and dependent variables. Then, students graph their...

Ninth graders solve linear equations. In this algebra lesson, 9th graders discuss the steps for solving linear equations and work through examples with the teacher. They work in pairs to create their own linear equation and complete a...

In this algebra worksheet, students solve word problems by rewriting it as an equations and solving for the unknown. There are 4 questions with an answer key.

In this fish worksheet, students read a short story about the length of a fish.  They write an equation to determine the fish size.  This one-page worksheet contains 1 problem with the answer.  This problem may be used as...

For this multi-step equation, students solve for the unknown. Equations contain at least two operations, addition, subtraction and/or multiplication. Students use their algebra steps to solve 26 problems on the two pages. The...

In this linear equations worksheet, 9th graders solve 8 various problems that are related to solving linear equations. First, they look at each equations and determine which variable to get on its own. Then, students solve each equation...

In 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 pages.

In this systems of equations worksheet, students solve 13 systems of equations.  Students use elimination to solve three variable systems of equations.

In this simple equations learning exercise, students examine diagrams and write equations to support the information in the diagram. This one-page learning exercise contains 10 problems. This learning exercise may be completed on-line or...