Curated OER
Graphing Linear Functions
In this linear functions worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 30 different multiple choice problems that include graphing. First, they determine the expression that is equivalent to the given expression. Then, students determine the...
Curated OER
Equations and Inequalities
In this equations and inequalities worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 14 different multiple choice problems. First, they name an example of the commutative property of addition. Then, students use the distance formula to determine...
Curated OER
Substitute into Simple Expressions
Learners simplify simple equations. Using a maze game, young mathematicians speculate about the size of different algebraic values and what other equivalent expressions might look like. It is a nice beginning activity for introducing...
Curated OER
Expressions and Operations
In this expressions and operations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 13 different multiple choice problems. First, they determine the length of a rectangle given the width and area. Then, students determine which of the listed...
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Expression Exchange
An interactive simulation that teaches about equivalent, evaluating, and simplifying expressions through games and exercises building coin expressions. This simulation can either be downloaded or played online and includes handouts,...
Utah Education Network
Uen: Simplifying Algebraic Expressions Using Properties
Middle schoolers will practice simplifying algebraic expressions using properties: identity, commutative, associative, and distributive. It provides downloadable PDF resources to go along with the lesson as well as an assessment plan.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Pyramid Equality
This lesson plan will result in students solving equations and using properties to form equivalent expressions. It provides downloadable PDF resources to go along with the instructional activity as well as strategies for diverse...
Other
Pennsylvania Standards Aligned System: Using Expressions and Equations
This lesson provides students with opportunities to practice writing equivalent equations and expressions for finding perimeter and patterns on a calendar. It also gives extension and remediation ideas as well as related instructional...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 7.ee Miles to Kilometers
In this lesson, 7th graders write algebraic expressions and determine if they have the same answer.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 6.ee Triangular Tables
This task provides a good opportunity for group work and class discussions where students generate and compare equivalent expressions. In class discussion, students should be asked to connect the terms of an expression with quantities...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 6.ee Equivalent Expressions
In this problem, we have to transform expressions using the distributive, commutative and associative properties to decide which expressions are equivalent. Common mistakes are addressed, such as not distributing the 2 correctly. Aligns...
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 6.ee Distance to School
This task asks students to find equivalent expressions by visualizing a familiar activity involving distance. The given solution shows some possible equivalent expressions, but there are many variations possible. Aligns with 6.EE.A.2.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Seeing Is Believing
The purpose of this task is to help students see that 4x(9+2) is four times as big as (9+2). Though this task may seem very simple, it provides students and teachers with a very useful visual for interpreting an expression without...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Equivalent Expressions With Negative Numbers
Practice identifying equivalent expressions involving the addition and subtraction of negative numbers. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Algebra Review: Algebra Word Problems Translated
Find a quick, concise explanation of how to take the words from problems and substitute variables, operations and numbers to create an equivalent expression. Examples are given and clearly explained.
Annenberg Foundation
Annenberg Learner: Equivalent Expressions
Determine if nine mathematical expressions are equivalent to 20. Then match the equivalent expressions to corresponding word problems.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
Nctm: Illuminations: Pan Balance
A pan balance helps students visualize what value for x will make two expressions equivalent. The computer applet graphs the lines and shows the intersection point.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Equivalent Expressions
This multi-segment lesson plan uses games and calculators to explore the concept of equivalent expressions. Young scholars work together using inverse operations to isolate variables in algebraic equations. It also provides attachments...
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: Skill in Algebra: Algebraic Fractions
Explains how to find a common denominator between two rational expressions and how to reduce a fraction that involves factoring. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems....
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Distributive Property With Variables (Negative Numbers)
In this exercise, students practice applying the distributive property to create an equivalent expression. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to get hints and try questions repeatedly.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: 7.ee Equivalent Expressions
A performance task asking students to determine if two equations show an equivalent expression.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: Counting Dots in Arrays
This task aims to show students that there is often more than one way to represent a quantity. This lesson also lays a foundation for students to understand the commutative property of multiplication.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: A sse.a.2: Equivalent Expressions
This problem expects students to choose an operation in response to a question about structure. A-SSE.A.2.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: A sse.b.3: Ice Cream
This task illustrates the process of rearranging the terms of an expression to reveal different aspects about the quantity it represents. Aligns with A-SSE.B.3.