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The Yo-Yo Problem: Solving Linear Equations
Students write the algebraic equation to determine the number of weeks money must be saved to purchase a yo-yo. In this algebra lesson, students create a pattern of one penny surrounded by six pennies. They continue the pattern and...
EngageNY
Introduction to Simultaneous Equations
Create an understanding of solving problems that require more than one equation. The lesson introduces the concept of systems of linear equations by using a familiar situation of constant rate problems. Pupils compare the graphs of...
Curated OER
Writing Linear Equations
In this math instructional activity, students write the equations in slope intercept form for the equations that are graphed. They also create equations using slope and intercepts.
Curated OER
Writing Linear Equations in Slope-Intercept Form
In this math worksheet, learners are given three lines graphed on a coordinate grid. Students identify the slope, intercepts, and write an equation for each. Learners find the intercepts of a linear equation, and graph them. They write...
EngageNY
Some Facts About Graphs of Linear Equations in Two Variables
Develop another way to find the equation of a line. The lesson introduces the procedure to find the equation of a line given two points on the line. Pupils determine the two points from the graph of the line.
Mathematics Assessment Project
Linear Graphs
A line is a line is a line. As a middle school assessment task, learners first identify graphs of given linear equations. They then identify the equations that represent real-world situations.
Curated OER
Identifying Linear Functions from Graphs
Keep your mathematicians engaged using this group linear functions activity. Each of ten groups receives two graphs with both an image and equation, as well as a "who has" phrase to call out the next graph. Scholars stay on their toes as...
Curated OER
Writing Linear Equations
In this linear equations worksheet, students complete 6 multiple choice questions involving writing the equation of a line containing points. Students also match a graph to its linear equation.
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The Yo-Yo Problem: Solving Linear Equations
Students compute the length of time it will take to save enough money to purchase a yo-yo. In this math lesson, students create a design with pennies and write the associated linear equation. In this linear equations lesson, students use...
University of Utah
Explore Proportional and Linear Relationships
Progress from proportional relationships to linear functions. Pupils first review concepts of proportionality covered in earlier grades. They then extend these concepts to linear functions, such as determining the slope of a line using...
Ed Migliore
Linear Equations in Two Variables
This traditional textbook style unit includes vocabulary, a direct explanation section, examples, practice problems that directly line up with the explanations and examples, and a unit summary review and practice problems. Learners get...
Curated OER
Graphing Linear Equations
For this calculator active graphing worksheet, students graph 12 equations via a calculator and transfer the graphs onto coordinate grids.
Curated OER
Roman Bernardo: Solving Linear Equations
Mathematicians use an inquiry method to solve linear equations. In this linear equations lesson, students practice solving equations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They solve multi-step equations and equations...
EngageNY
Another Computational Model of Solving a Linear System
The process of elimination really works! Use elimination when substitution isn't doing the job. The 29th segment in a series of 33 introduces the elimination method to solving linear systems. Pupils work several exercises to grasp the...
Curated OER
Simultaneous Equations
In this simultaneous equations worksheet, pupils solve systems of equations. They graph systems of equations and write equations to fit given situations. This two-page worksheet contains three multi-step problems.
Illustrative Mathematics
Coffee by the Pound
This is a great exercise in graphing proportional quantities to interpret the unit rate as the slope of a graph. It is not easy for learners to understand what a unit rate is. When it is presented as the slope of a linear line graph,...
Curated OER
Graph Dynamic Linear Equations
Students explore the concept of linear equations. In this linear equation lesson, students change parameters of an equation and notice the effect it has on its graph.
Yummy Math
Diapers
Most of your students probably think a car or college is the first big expense their parents could help them with, but as it turns out these kids have been costing their parents for their whole lives. Have they ever considered how much...
Utah Education Network (UEN)
Linear Relationships: Tables, Equations, and Graphs
Pupils explore the concept of linear relationships. They discuss real-world examples of independent and dependent relationships. In addition, they use tables, graphs, and equations to represent linear relationships. They also use ordered...
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Modeling Linear Relationships
Learners graph lines using the slope and y-intercept. In this algebra lesson, students create data using tables and equations. They use their data to make predictions and draw conclusion.
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GSE Foundations of Algebra: Equations and Inequalities
Need lessons on writing and solving one- and two-step linear equations and inequalities, as well as systems of equations? This comprehensive 106-page module from the Georgia Department of Education contains many different lessons for a...
Curated OER
Linear Equations Project Fram
Students engage in a lesson that focuses on the concept of linear equations. They practice solving problems with a variety of problems and graphing the solution set for each. Students write a summary paragraph about two methods of...
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Identify and Graph Linear Equations
Students investigate linear functions. In this mathematics lesson plan, students plot points onto a graph by solving the equations y=x and y=mx+b by being given numbers for x and solving for y.
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Linear Systems
Students solve and graph linear equations. For this algebra lesson, students solve systems of equations using elimination and substitution. They graph their answer and identify the point of intersection.