Worksheet
Curated OER

Working with Simple Algebraic Equations

For Students 8th
In this working with simple algebraic equations instructional activity, 8th graders solve 400 equations with variables (20 each on 20 pages, answers provided), using 4 basic operations with positive and negative integers.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Systems of Linear Equations in Three Variables

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
Practice solving linear systems of three equations with three unknowns using the elimination method and substitution method. This handout includes graphics of different combinations of intersecting planes to help illustrate the different...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Linear Systems by Graphing

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
A worksheet that offers four problems to practice solving simultaneous equations by graphing. Equations are presented in slope-intercept form or standard form. Problems include two with unique solutions, one with no solution, and one...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Linear Systems Using Matrices

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Start with the definition of a determinant and how to evaluate a 2x2 determinant. Apply this skill to solve systems of two equations with two unknowns by using Cramer's rule. These four basic problems would be good for a quick review or...
Lesson Plan
Willow Tree

Solving Inequalities

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
What does solving an inequality have in common with solving an equation? Almost everything! A math resource focuses on the one exception. The examples lead learners through the steps of solving an equality when multiplying or...
Unit Plan
Newspaper Association of America

By the Numbers: Mathematical Connections in Newspapers for Middle-Grade Students

For Teachers 6th - 8th Standards
A cross-curricular resource teaches and reinforces mathematical concepts with several activities that use parts of a newspaper. Scholars use scavenger hunts to find the different ways math is used in the paper along with using data...
Handout
Curated OER

Word Problems Review Sheet

For Students 11th - 12th
Word problems can make even expert mathematicians go blank. Practice solving word problems with an extended version of the GUESS method (givens, unknowns, equations, solve, substitute), which adds the steps of drawing a diagram, making...
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

The Defining Equation of a Line

For Teachers 8th Standards
They appear to be different, yet they are the same line. Part 24 out of 33 lessons provides a theorem about the relationships of coefficients of equivalent linear equations. Pupils use the theorem to determine whether two equations are...
Lesson Plan
EngageNY

Applications of Systems of Equations and Inequalities

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Is the application of systems of equations giving your class headaches? Use this resource to build on your pupils' logic to lead them to building equations and using algebraic methods. The lesson begins with an exploration of...
Interactive
Arcademics

Jumping Aliens

For Students 6th Standards
An alien-themed learning game challenges scholars to solve algebraic equations with exponents and variables using multiplication. 
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Project Maths

Inequalities

For Students 7th - 9th Standards
Which number is bigger? Using a variety of activity sheets, this unit starts with the basics of inequalities and progresses through solving compound linear inequalities. Problems cover the range of inequalities including inequality word...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

The Class Trip

For Teachers 3rd - 5th Standards
Mrs. Moore's class is trying to earn money for a trip to the science museum, but how much more do they need? Solve this problem with your own class as they develop their ability to model real-life situations algebraically. As an added...
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Model and Solve Algebraic Equations

For Teachers 6th - 9th Standards
Examine multiple ways to solve algebraic equations. Pupils will generate a problem solving strategy that addresses the prompt given by the teacher. They will then share their problem solving strategy with the class. Graphic organizers,...
Worksheet
Math Mammoth

Solving Quadratic Equations by Finding Square Roots

For Students 9th - 10th
For this quadratic equation worksheet, students solve equations by identifying the square roots. They identify all possible solutions. Twenty problems are provided on this one-page worksheet.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Equations with Variables on Both Sides

For Students 7th - 10th
In this solving equations worksheet, students solve 15 equations with variables on both sides of the equal sign. Students are encouraged to check all solutions.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Figuring Out Equations With Figurines

For Teachers 6th - 7th
Students inspect solving equations with one variable. Through the use of a scale balance, they examine the importance of equality in an equation. By playing a balance game with figurines and a scale, students discover methods of...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Equations with Fractions

For Students 6th - 8th
In this equations with fractions worksheet, students find the solutions to 7 equations with fractions. They find the common denominator to eliminate the fractions before finding the value of the variable. This is an interactive worksheet...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Thirty Single Variable Algebraic Equation Word Problems

For Students 8th - 10th
In this algebraic equations worksheet, student solve thirty word problems from single variable algebraic equations.  Two of the thirty problems are solved as examples.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Quadratic Equations with Complex Roots

For Students 8th - 9th
For this quadratic equations worksheet, students solve 10 different equations that include complex roots. First, they solve for the indicated variable and express the roots of the equation in simplest form. Then, students determine the...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Solving Systems of Three Equations with Substitution

For Students 9th
In this solving systems of equations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 12 different problems. First, they solve for one variable by combining like terms on one side of the equal sign. Then, students solve for the second variable....
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Solving Equations With Fractions

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math worksheet, students solve the equations involving fractions. They use the inverse operations to find the value for the variables.
Worksheet
Curated OER

Algebraic Equations with Mixed Numbers

For Students 7th - 8th
In this algebraic equations with mixed numbers activity, students find the value of the variable by solving eight columns of ten problems each.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Developing the Concept: Percents

For Teachers 5th - 7th
In this percents lesson plan, learners review how to solve a multiplication equation where they must solve for a variable. They solve equations with missing numbers and percents.
Lesson Plan
Curated OER

Simplifying Expressions (Addition and Subtraction)

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders simplify algebraic expressions using addition and subtraction to combine like items and solve for the variable. They work with inverse operations to solve equations with guided practice. Everyone completes various...