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How To Work Word Problems in Algebra WorksheetHow To Work Word Problems in Algebra Worksheet
Publisher
Lake Washington Institute of Technology
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Grade
6th - 9th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Types
Worksheets
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For Teacher Use
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Duration
1 hr
Instructional Strategies
Flipped Classroom
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Year
2005
Worksheet

How To Work Word Problems in Algebra

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Your algebra learners will pick up some solid algebra problem solving skills and a plan of approach for some typical types of word problems in this scripted worksheet that shows how to set up and organize each type of problem, create the equation(s), and solve the problem. Real-life ideas about age, numbers, distance rate, trains, mixtures, and coins are all addressed.

590 Views 548 Downloads
CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

word problems, distance rate time problems, algebraic thinking, algebraic equations, multi-step problems, problem solving strategies, problem solving techniques, Problem Solving

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • In a flipped classroom, assign this worksheet as homework before class and follow up with practice problems in class to assess student needs and questions

Classroom Considerations

  • Encourage learners to explain their work on each problem in a way similar to the examples; you can use some of their work to support pupils who need more examples.

Pros

  • Includes step-by-step setup to solving algebra word problems
  • Provides practice problems and solutions
  • Comes with summary facts of how to solve an algebra equation

Cons

  • None

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