Build up a bag of green. Pupils determine the number of green Skittles in a snack bag and come up with a way to determine how many snack bags it would take to create one bag of only green Skittles. Classmates share their methods and...

In this algebra worksheet, students calculate the percents of a number. They convert between decimals and percents. There are 20 questions with an answer key.

Sixth graders explore a relevant application of ratios and proportions. They apply this concept through guided practice and interactive feedback.

Ninth graders apply proportional reasoning to a real-life situation.  In this Algebra I activity, 9th graders explore a series of equations that relate to a display sign that compares the owner’s bagels to competitors bagels. ...

For this direct variation worksheet, 11th graders solve 11 different problems that include applying direct variation to solve. First, they find the constant of the variation described. Then, students use the charts at the bottom of the...

Students investigate the currency exchange rate.  In this middle school mathematics lesson, student use proportions to exchange between the U.S. dollar and the euro.  Students come up with a product they would like to buy and...

Learners compare two lengths using the area of a square. In this geometry lesson, students solve problems using ratio and proportion of the two shapes. They solve equations by taking the square root of both sides.

In this regression analysis worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different word problems related to regression analysis. First, they use the information given to find a suitable function to model the data. Then, students use the model to...

Students investigate currency and exchange rates.  In the middle school mathematics instructional activity, students use ratio and proportion to convert from one type of currency to another.  Students solve problems involving...

In this exploring similar polygons learning exercise, 10th graders solve 9 various types of problems related to determining whether each polygon is similar or not. First, they write 3 equal ratios to show corresponding sides are...

In this setting up equations activity, students solve 4 different problems that include setting up the equations in each problem. They write out an equation or set up an equations that describe each given situation. Then, students state...

In this similar triangles worksheet, 10th graders solve and complete 10 different problems related to determining the sides of similar triangles. First, they write three equal ratios to show the corresponding sides that are proportional....

Students solve problems using ratios and proportions. In this algebra lesson, students identify the unit rate and convert between fractions and decimals. They create graphs from their data.

In this exploring similar polygons worksheet, 10th graders solve 9 various problems that are related to similar polygons. First, they define similar and the symbol used to identify similar to another. Then, students find the measurement...

In this sample spaces worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different word problems that include sample spaces in each. First, they toss a coin and roll a die listing the sample spaces for each. Then, students flip one coin and select a card...

In this algebra instructional activity, students solve for the base of a number given the percent and its partial amount. There are 10 questions.

Sixth graders practice using negative numbers by completing number equations.  In this math problem solving lesson, 6th graders discuss the different ways negative numbers can be used in a math problem and practice completing...

In this math activity, students determine the rate at which belly dancers lose weight.  This activity contains one multiple-step word problem.  It may be used as a problem of the week.

Students solve problems using ratios and proportion. In this algebra lesson plan, students analyze skittles and their different colors as they apply the properties of ratios and proportions to solve their problems.

The students compare themselves and their shadows to various objects big and small. Students use their data to set up proportions to solve.

Students solve problems dealing with percents using "is over of" algorithm.

Seventh graders create a bathroom floor plan using measurement math. For this measurement lesson, 7th graders use measurement, proportionality, estimation, and area to design a floor plan. Students design floor tiles using centimeter...

Eighth graders identify that a ratio is a comparison of two numbers and that a proportion is an equation that equates two ratios. They identify the extremes and means of proportions, as well as the product of the extremes equals the...

students are the opportunity to enhance their computation skills using real life statistics associated with the Space Shuttle. Skills emphasized include working with fractions, decimals, percents, ratios and proportions, comparing units,...