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Solve a One Step Equation With Decimals (Add/Subtract - Signed Decimals) (Example 1) Instructional VideoSolve a One Step Equation With Decimals (Add/Subtract - Signed Decimals) (Example 1) Instructional Video
Publisher
Mathispower4u
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Grade
8th - 11th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
Instructional Videos
Media Length
4:04
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Duration
10 mins
Instructional Strategy
Direct Instruction
Technology
Video
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Year
2015
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Solve a One Step Equation With Decimals (Add/Subtract - Signed Decimals) (Example 1)

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It's one small step, but a giant leap forward in solving equations. By watching a short video, scholars learn to solve one-step linear equations by applying inverse operations. The narrator works through an example involving an equation with signed decimals.

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CCSS: Adaptable

Concepts

solving equations, solving for 1 variable, one-step equations

Instructional Ideas

  • Have pupils create equations similar to the one in the video for classmates to solve

Classroom Considerations

  • Learners should be familiar with operations with signed numbers
  • There is an Example 2 video for the concept
  • This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

  • Explains how steps can be shown both horizontally and vertically
  • Organized presentation helps viewers follow along with the narrator

Cons

  • None

Common Core

HSA-REI.B.3

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