[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Use single-variable equations to describe and solve real-world dilemmas

Students will explore exponential equations that model real-world decay data.

Learners demonstrate comprehension of advanced mathematical concepts in Algebra II. The questions check understanding on writing linear equations. Topics include modeling real-world data with linear equations, slope-intercept form, and...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Use the order of operations and variable expressions to solve real-world problems

This resource is about factoring linear and quadratic expressions in one variable, evaluating them at a given value of the variable, multiplying factors to find the expanded form of the expression, and solving linear and quadratic...

Students are given the opportunity to visualize and interact with concepts they have already learned, specifically algebraic equations and solving for unknown variables. Students construct a balancing seesaw system (LEGO Balance Scale)...

Solve word problems about real world relationships that are given in formulas. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Apply quadratic factoring techniques to solve real-world problems.

Solve word problems about real-world relationships that are given in graphs. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

This multimedia site offers a video of how the zoo determines the cost to feed the animals through linear equations. Visit the interactive exercises to continue this beginner's guide to understanding linear equations. Printable extended...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Write and evaluate variable expressions to solve real-world problems.

The purpose of this lesson is to help students see the real world application of slope. The students will view a movie clip of slope, calculate the slope of stairs in the school building, and analyze results.This lesson plan was created...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Apply scientific notation concepts using a calculator to solve real-world problems.

Examples are provided to demonstrate how to use matrices to solve 2x2 and 3x3 matrices. Examples include real world applications and some are interactive.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Classify real numbers as rational numbers, whole numbers, integers, and irrational numbers.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Solve real-world problems involving the addition and subtraction of fractions and evaluate change.

In this students are asked to write an equation to solve a real-world problem. There are two natural approaches to this task. In the first approach, students have to notice that even though there is one variable, namely the number of...

Young scholars will learn how a system of equations can be used to find the best use of information to make decisions in real-world situations.Students will work in groups of 3s or 4s to develop a system for the best buy on tickets at a...

n this task young scholars use different representations to analyze the relationship between two quantities and to solve a real world problem. The situation presented provides a good opportunity to make connections between the...

In this real-world application of algebra, students develop designs for parking lots in Central Park. They go through a process of guessing a design, calculating the layout, using variables so their equation works for the design of any...

Can you break the magic number code? Test your algebra aptitude in this challenge that explores number generalizations, symbols, and equations. Discover how algebraic procedures are used in everyday situations in this one page activity...

Use your algebraic reasoning to solve this math challenge that explores the relationship between quantities and weights. Try this math challenge from the NCTM Math Challenges for Families series. Also, discover how mastering this skill...

Practice writing slightly more complex algebraic expressions to model real-world situations. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

Several examples on solving exponential and logarithmic equations are presented here. Practice problems and a real-world application involving bacteria growth are included.