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Linear Inequalities

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students solve linear inequalities. In this solving linear inequalities lesson, students solve one step inequalities algebraically. Students graph the solutions on a number line. Students compare the graphs of various inequalities such...
Worksheet
Curated OER

Systems of Inequalities

For Students 10th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve systems of inequalities by graphing and shading the shared solution. There are 14 questions with an answer key.
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Lesson 10: Graphs

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students explore graph theory.  In this geometry lesson,  graphs are used to solve problems in a variety of domains.  In this lesson the term graph refers to a collection of vertices and edges used to depict...
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Long Distance Phone Plans

For Teachers 7th - 9th
In this long distance phone plane worksheet, students compare various phone plans and determine which long distance plan has the greatest savings. Students support their answers visually through the use of tables and graphs. They write...
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Investigating Velocity Effects at Takeoff

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students use, with increasing confidence, problem-solving approaches to investigate and explain mathematical content. They make and test conjectures. They use tables and graphs as tools to interpret expressions, equations, and inequalities.
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Solution Sets

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Here is a task that gives the graph of the solutions of a system of linear inequalities and asks learners to analyze and write the algebraic form of the systems. By turning the problem around, learners make the connections between...
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More or Less the Same

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Tell the story of the math. Given a graph of a linear system, learners write a story that models the graph before crafting the corresponding functions. Graphs intersect at an estimated point, allowing for different variations in the...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Peaches and Plums

For Teachers 7th - 9th Standards
According to the resource graph, which costs more: peaches or plums? Algebra learners compare two proportional relationships and then throw in a banana. Leaving out the scale helps learners become intuitive about graphing. 
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Fishing Adventures 3

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Your young boaters will enjoy writing and solving inequalities, and representing the solution graphically in this task set in the context of renting a boat.
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Concord Consortium

Rule of 72

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Find an easier way to double it. Using the price of an item and the Consumer Price Index, learners determine how long it will be for the price to double. Scholars calculate the length of time it would take for the price to double using a...
Assessment
Concord Consortium

Gestation and Longevity

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Is the gestation length of an animal a predictor of the average life expectancy of that animal? Learners analyze similar data for more than 50 different animals. They choose a data display and draw conclusions from their graphs.
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Odell Education

Scientific Process and Experimental Design

For Teachers 9th - 12th
The scientific method keeps you from believing only what you want to believe — it expands your mind. The lesson introduces the eight steps in the scientific process and how to design an experiment to biology scholars. Live insects...
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The Effects of Gold and Silver Nanoparticles on Brine Shrimp: A Toxicology Study

For Teachers 9th - Higher Ed
Who doesn't love gold and silver? Brine shrimp, that's who! Learners conduct an experimental instructional activity to monitor the toxicity of gold and silver nanoparticles on brine shrimp. They synthesize solutions to expose the brine...
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Frequency Tables and Stem-and-Leaf Plots

For Teachers 7th - 8th
Students are introduced to the function of frequency tables and stem and leaf plots. In groups, they determine the frequency of their teacher coughing, ringing a bell or raising their hand. To end the lesson, they determine frequency...
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Applying Properties to Variables

For Teachers 8th
Eighth graders combine like terms in this properties of variables lesson plan. Using named items (stars, moons and hearts), they combine like terms using variables. They use the distributive property to combine like terms. Finally, they...
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ABC...Have Fun With Me!

For Teachers Pre-K - 1st
Throw out those old ABC worksheets and try some new and engaging hands-on activities to teaching the alphabet!
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Graphing Absolute value Inequalities

For Teachers 9th - 12th
High schoolers investigate the concept of inequalities and practice graphing them at various degrees of difficulty. They review the basic rules with the teacher at the level of theory which may make it harder for them to understand...
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Multiplying Inequalities by Negative

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Pupils multiply inequalities by negative. In this algebra lesson, students solve inequalities and graph their solutions on a number line. They pay close attention to the negative consequence, which causes the sign to flip.
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Solving Systems: Inequalities

For Students 10th - 12th
In this solving systems worksheet, students solve and sketch 13 systems of inequalities with a calculator and/or graph paper. Students then write 2 systems of inequalities for two graphs
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Systems of Linear Inequalities

For Students 9th - 11th
In this Algebra I/Algebra II worksheet, students use graphing to solve systems of linear inequalities.  The two page worksheet contains a combination of five multiple choice and free response questions.  Answers are...
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Solving Two-Step Inequalities

For Students 9th - 12th
In this inequalities worksheet, students use two steps to solve 16 inequality problems. A line graph is provided to graph the answers, and an answer key is provided.
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Solving Multi-Step Inequalities

For Students 9th - 11th
In this inequalities worksheet, students solve inequalities.  They graph solutions on  a number line.  Students solve problems by combining like terms, and using the distributive property.  Variables appear on both...
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Quadratic Equations and Functions

For Teachers 8th - 11th
This comprehensive lesson plan reviews solving and graphing quadratic functions and functions of higher degree.  Using the vertex form of a quadratic functions, one finds the vertex, minimum or maximum, and axis of symmetry. A few...
Worksheet
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Graphing Linear Equations Cards

For Students 8th - 9th Standards
OK, so maybe graphing linear equations can be fun. This activity includes a set of linear equation cards to be cut and place face up on a table. Learners pick a card and match it to the correct graph card. This is a really fun way to...