Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: A rei.c.6: Find a System
The purpose of this task is to encourage learners to think critically about both the algebraic and graphical interpretation of systems of linear equations. Aligns with A-REI.C.6.
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Illustrative Mathematics: A rei.c.6: Accurately Weighing Pennies I
In this problem, learners will use the number of decimal places in the coefficients to motivate writing and solving a system of equations. Aligns with A-REI.C.6.
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Illustrative Mathematics: A rei.c.6: Estimating a Solution via Graphs
The purpose of this task is to give learners an opportunity use quantitative and graphical reasoning to detect an error in a solution. Aligns with A-REI.C.6.
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Illustrative Mathematics: A Rei, a Ced Cash Box
In this task, students are asked to construct equations in two variables to determine whether a loose coin beside a ticket box belongs with the money collected for tickets. They must then explain their reasoning. Aligns with A-CED.A and...
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Illustrative Mathematics: A Rei Pairs of Whole Numbers
The premise of this problem is simple - students must find three whole numbers with three different sums when they are added in pairs. To do this, they set up a system of linear equations in three variables. Aligns with A-REI.C.6.
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Illustrative Mathematics: A Rei Quinoa Pasta 3
For this problem, students must determine how much of a quinoa-based gluten-free pasta is actually quinoa. They must study the ingredient list and set up linear equations to solve the problem. Aligns with A-REI.C.6.
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Illustrative Mathematics: A Rei Quinoa Pasta 2
For this problem, students must determine how much quinoa and how much corn are in a type of pasta. They must study the ingredient list which shows the protein content of the pasta. They know that quinoa has more protein than corn and...
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Illustrative Mathematics: A rei.c.6: Accurately Weighing Pennies Ii
This illustrated math lesson shows how important levels of accuracy in measurement are. The answer can be different since a scale only accurately weighs to the nearest tenth of a gram instead of to the nearest hundredth of a gram. Aligns...