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Connections Involving Linear And Quadratic Functions

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
In this math worksheet, students determine the range of the function. Then they graph the functions while finding the coordinates on the plane.
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Why Does the Rule of 72 Work

For Students 10th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve a word problem by rewriting it using algebraic symbols. They calculate the interest compounded over a period of time using the Interest Formula. This worksheet includes 1 problem and an answer key.
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Length and Speed of a Robot

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students calculate the speed and length of parts of the robot. In this algebra lesson, students measure the length of robots legs. They calculate the time it takes the robot to travel a specific distance.
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Systems of Equations

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve systems of equations. In this algebra activity, students use elimination and substitution to solve for the point of intersection. They use graphing to see where the two lines intersect.
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Functions Made Easy

For Teachers 6th - 8th
Middle schoolers explore concept of functions as relationships, as machines, as equations, and as graphs.
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Exponents

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve exponential problems using exponential properties. In this algebra instructional activity, students discuss the meaning of exponents, and bases raised to different powers. They explore exponential functions using a computer.
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Compound Inequalities

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve problems with compound inequalities. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve inequalities using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They graph-their solutions on a numbers line.
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Writing Equations

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students write linear equations. For this algebra lesson, students are given information and asked to write an equation. They solve real world problems apply concepts of linear equations.
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Review Problems

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra activity, learners identify functions using the domain and range. They use correct function notation to solve composition functions. There are 13 questions.
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A Lottery of Learning

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the probability necessary to win the lottery. They view a PowerPoint Presentation, evaluate combinations, calculate lottery probability, conduct analysis of a fair game, and design a lottery to meet various...
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Determinants: 2x2 and 3x3 Matrices

For Students 11th
In this Algebra II worksheet, 11th graders find the determinant of 2x2 or 3x3 matrix and use the determinant to find the inverse of the matrix.  The two page worksheet contains explanation of topic, a worked example, and three...
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Systems of Linear Inequalities 2

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Students solve systems of inequalities. In this lesson, they identify the solution of the two lines and shade the solution. They identify the boundary line and the region representing the solution.
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Calculating Range for a Constant Velocity

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students read an explanation from the NASA Web-based "textbook", The Beginner's Guide to Aerodynamics, then use the information in combination with data from other Web sites to solve single variable equations for distance (range), time,...
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Slope

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Learners graph lines and identify the slope. In this algebra lesson, students graph a line using y=mx+b and graph lines that are horizontal or vertical. They calculate the slope of the line using two points, and identify lines by their...
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Systems of Inequalities

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve and graph a system of inequality. In this algebra lesson, students calculate the solution of a system through graphing. They test their coordinate pair and shade on the correct side of the line. They review rules for...
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Algebra I: A Draining Swimming Pool

For Teachers 8th - 12th
Learners analyze and develop symbolic representations to describe the amount of water left in a pool being pumped out after a given amount of time, with various pumping rates and initial quantities of water in the pool.
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Heart Smart in a Heart Beat

For Teachers 5th - 7th
As an introductory activity, young statisticians measure their heart rate at rest and after exercise and compute the mean and median, and create a box & whisker plot.  This is followed by watching a video (that no longer seems...
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Lesson Plan On Fran Data

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders investigate the concept of functions and how they are used in the context of the real world while identifying the dependent and independent variables. They graph relations and functions and find the zeros of functions....
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Introduction To Data Analysis

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders investigate the concept of looking at the data put in a variety of ways that could include graphs or data sets. They analyze data critically in order to formulate some sound conclusions based on real data. Students graph...
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The Box Problem

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students investigate the concept of functions and how they are used with polynomials. They practice finding the zeros of functions and graph polynomial functions for the help of giving solutions. Students interpret the curve of a line...
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Sorting Pennies, A Wagering Activity for Algebra I

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Young scholars solve weight equations. For this equations lesson, groups of students weigh and separate pennies to find information necessary to solve simultaneous equations. The teacher provides equations based on the weight of pennies...
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Limits

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students practice the concept of limits graphically, numerically and algebraically. They participate in an exploration lab, BINGO game and complete a puzzle.
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Introducing Linear Terminology

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders graph linear equations and inequalities in two variables and then, they write equations of lines and find and use the slope and y-intercept of lines. They use linear equations to model real data and define to define the...
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That's a Fine Line You're Walking!

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Pupils experiment with Hiker program to practice real world applications of linear functions and develop their understanding of expressions, relationships, and manipulations involved in writing and graphing linear equations in...