Use 2x2 matrices to move along a line. The second day of a two-day lesson is the 28th installment in a 32-part unit. Pupils work together to create and solve systems of equations that will map a transformation to a given...

When working with matrix multiplication, it all comes back around. The 31st portion of the unit is the third lesson plan on inverse matrices. The resource reviews the concepts of inverses and how to find them from the previous two...

For this multiplying matrices worksheet, 11th graders solve and complete 11 different problems that include 3 word problems. First, they determine the dimensions of each matrix product. Then, students multiply each of the given matrices....

In this solving systems and determinants worksheet, young scholars solve 4 multi-part short answer problems. Students solving systems of equations using matrices. Young scholars find a basis for row spaces and column spaces. Students...

In this matrix worksheet, learners explore and solve problems with matrices by addition, subtraction, multiplication and using linear equations. There are 28 problems with some answers.

In this matrices for data worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 29 various types of problems that include using matrices to illustrate data. First, they determine the sum, difference and scalar product for each matrices shown. Then,...

In this matrices activity, 9th graders solve and complete 11 different problems that include interpreting various matrices shown. First, they determine the operations that would result in the matrix illustrated. Then, students find the...

In this matrices instructional activity, students solve 26 systems of equations using matrices. Students solve each system using matrices. Students determine the rank and solutions of each matrix using row echelon form of each system.

Students solve problems with matrices. In this algebra lesson, students find the inverse of a matrix. They calculate the determinant and solve for the identity.

What a great classroom resource! The intention of this lesson is to show that real-world math can and should be applied to the community in which your learners reside. The class relates properties of equations to solving for species...

Students perform reflections of polygons. In this algebra lesson, students use matrices to calculate the reflection across the x and y axis. They also calculate rotation representing 90 and 180 degrees around the origin of the coordinate...

Students relate Cryptography to the solving of simultaneous linear equations in matrix notation. They explore various methods of encrypting and decrypting codes. Pupils discuss and solve simultaneous linear equations.

The second lesson on finding inverse matrices asks class members to look for a pattern in the inverse matrix and test it to see if it works for all matrices. The teacher leads a discussion to refine the process in finding inverses,...

For this matrices worksheet, students find the value of 14 2x2 matrices. They evaluate one addition of matrices problem. Students give an example of a 2x2 matrix with a given determinant.

In this determinants worksheet, learners solve and complete 12 different types of problems. First, they evaluate the determinant in each matrix illustrated. Then, students determine the value of x that makes the determinant given.

Young mathematicians represent a triangle with a matrix and use the determinant to find the area of three given triangles. Learners also verify the formula for area of a triangle. 

Wait, let's start over — teach your class how to return to the beginning. The first lesson looking at inverse matrices introduces the concept of being able to undo a matrix transformation. Learners work with matrices with a determinant...

How can mathematics help scholars choose a college? High schoolers learn how they can use decision matrices to rank colleges based on selected criteria. They also see how to weigh criteria using multiplication of the decision matrix by a...

The matrix — it's not just a movie. The lesson introduces the concept of 2 x 2 matrix multiplication as a way to represent linear transformations. Class members determine when a linear transformation represented as matrix...

Calculate the nutrients in different types of dog biscuits. Pupils create a technical report outlining the amount of calcium, protein, and carbohydrates in three types of dog biscuits. The project-based learning activity requires...

Learners identify, analyze, and multiply matrices. They determine if various indicated operations are possible through classroom discussion and practice. Finally, students determine matrix product dimensions through problem-solving...

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...

In this determinant worksheet, students find the determinants of matrices. They identify patterns and their relationship to the canonical matrix. This two-page worksheet contains approximately nine problems, as well as examples and...

In this computing determinants activity, learners explore methods of computing determinants. They complete determinant problems by using the co-factor method, the "big formula" and the use of product of the pivots. This two-page...