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Curated OER

The Yo-Yo Problem: Solving Linear Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students compute the length of time it will take to save enough money to purchase a yo-yo. In this math lesson, students create a design with pennies and write the associated linear equation. In this linear equations lesson, students use...
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Curated OER

Algebra: Linear Equations

For Students 9th
In this Algebra I activity, 9th graders evaluate algebraic expressions, solve one- and two-step equations, and use equations to solve word problems.  The three page activity contains fifty problems.  Answers are provided. 
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Curated OER

Practice solving systems of equations

For Teachers 11th
Eleventh graders solve systems of equation. In this algebra instructional activity, 11th graders find the point of intersection of two lines if there is any, using algebra and graphing. They use substitution and linear combination to...
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Curated OER

Worksheet #5: Three-step Algebra Equations

For Students 9th - 10th
In this algebra equations worksheet, students use the distributive property to solve fractional algebra problems. This four-page worksheet contains 12 multi-step problems.
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Balancing and Solving Equations

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students apply a traditional method when solving and balancing equations. In this algebra lesson, students organize their work showing each step they used to solve one and two steps equations. They solve equations with fractional...
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Curated OER

Algebra: Solving Equations

For Students 8th - 11th
In this solving equations worksheet, learners write stories for given equations.  They solve for the unknown.  This one-page worksheet contains 8 problems.
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Curated OER

Solving Complex Equations with the GERMDAS method

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve complex equations with the GERMDAS method. For this algebra lesson, students solve equations with more than one step using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They apply the order-of operation as they...
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Curated OER

Solving Equations Three Different Ways.

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve equations using 3 different methods. In this algebra lesson plan, students solve linear equations using the bar method, the GERMDAS method and the traditional method of combining like terms through multiplication,...
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Curated OER

Solving Multistep Inequalities

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve inequalities using more than two steps. In this algebra lesson, students solve inequalities using addition, substitution, multiplication and division. When dividing or multiplying by a negative number, you have to switch...
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Curated OER

Algebraic Manipulation

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebraic manipulation learning exercise, students examine a given number grid, find the pattern and determine an equation to fit the situation. They calculate the area of given rectangles. Students solve real life problems using...
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Curated OER

Algebra Cryptogram

For Students 10th - 12th
In this algebra instructional activity, students solve a cryptogram puzzle to prove that two wrongs add to a right.  There is 1 cryptogram and solution.
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Curated OER

Pythagorean Theorem: Algebra/Geometry Institute Summer 2010

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve Pythagorean theorem problems.  in this Pythagorean theorem instructional activity, students read real world problems, draw diagrams, and then solve with the Pythagorean theorem.  They define hypotenuse and...
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Curated OER

Bar Models to Solve Word Problems

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students model inequalities as they solve for the missing variable. In this algebra activity, students model their inequalities and use it to  identify less than, greater than and applying it to solving for the missing value.
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Solving linear systems in slope-intercept form

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students solve linear systems using slope intercept. In this algebra students evaluate a pair of coordinates to see if they are a solution to the system. They represent the system using various methods.
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Curated OER

Algebra 1: Unit 5 Review

For Students 6th
In this problem solving worksheet, 6th graders determine if 4 functions are exponential growth or decay, sketch 4 graphs and compare 2 sets of functions. Students write the rule, linear or exponential, for 4 tables.
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Curated OER

Algebra: Brackets

For Students 8th - 10th
For this brackets worksheet, students use the distributive property to solve given problems. They add, subtract, multiply and divide positive and negative integers. Students factor problems and use FOIL to expand others. This six-page...
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Curated OER

Algebra II - Lesson 10-3: Circles

For Students 9th - 12th
In this equations of circles worksheet, students solve 4 short answer problems. Students find an equation of a circle given the center and radius.
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Curated OER

Algebra 1, Unit 7, Lesson 8: Practice Finding the Equation of a Line

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Students solve systems of linear equations by graphing. The introduction of the lesson asks students to work in pairs or small groups to graph a line when given two points. Students graph 14 equations on the same coordinate grid to...
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Kenan Fellows

Solutions

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Scientists require specific chemical solutions for their experiments. In the seventh and final installment in a series that integrates chemistry and algebra II, scholars learn to set up a system of equations to solve the volume of a...
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Kenan Fellows

Isotopic Pennies

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Many people confuse atomic mass and atomic numbers. The sixth of seven lessons in a unit requires scholars to find the weight of different groups of pennies. Then, they must solve how many of each type of penny exists in a closed system...
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Kenan Fellows

Determining the Atomic Mass of Elements in a Compound Using Matrices

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Scholars apply concepts learned in both Algebra II and Chemistry to answer the questions on the provided worksheet. The activity allows for extra practice in both classes and helps connect concepts usually taught in isolation. The...
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Illustrative Mathematics

An Integer Identity

For Teachers 8th - 12th Standards
Challenge algebra learners to use the difference of cubes to solve this problem. Once your charges have taken out the factor (a - b), combined the like terms and set them equal to zero, the problem becomes a factorable quadratic...
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Mathematics Vision Project

Module 5: Systems of Equations and Inequalities

For Students 8th - 10th Standards
Systems of equations and inequalities model contextual situations. A set of 12 lessons build a solid understanding of writing and solving systems of equations and inequalities using a variety of methods. The module is the fifth in a...
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Kenan Fellows

Balancing Equations Using Matrices

For Teachers 9th - 12th Standards
Matrices help solve systems of equations in chemistry, computer graphics, circuitry, probability, and more. The second lesson plan in a seven-part series focuses on using matrices to balance chemical equations. Pupils rely on the Law of...