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Mixed Numbers

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students rewrite and solve problems using mixed numbers. In this algebra lesson, students solve fractions using mixed numbers by addition and subtraction. They relate the use of mixed numbers to real life.
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Changing the Different Currency of Different Countries

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Learners change the money used in different countries into our currency. In this algebra lesson, students rewrite word problems using variables and inequalities. They label each unknown with a letter and identify the steps needed to...
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Lunar Crater Frequency Distributions

For Students 10th - 12th
In this lunar crater frequency worksheet, students use the power-law function to solve 3 problems related to the number of craters in a given area. They integrate the power-law function to determine their answers.
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Slopes, Slope-Intercept Form, Standard Form

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students identify the slope of an equation using various methods. In this algebra lesson, students graph linear equations and calculate the slopes using the x and y intercept to solve the equations and graph the lines. They use the slope...
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Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students factor trinomials and other quadratic functions. In this algebra lesson, students solve trinomials containing negative and positive coefficients. They factor quadratics of difference squares as well as regular polynomials.
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Numbers in Nature

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students identify numbers in nature. In this algebra lesson, students solve problems using Fibonacci sequence as it is expressed in nature. They research the Fibonacci's pattern as it relates to numbers.
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Scientific Notation III

For Students 9th - 12th
In this scientific notation worksheet, students solve 10 problems where they multiply and divide numbers using scientific notation and they express their answers with the proper number of significant figures.
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Graphing Polynomials

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students graph polynomial equations using different methods. In this algebra lesson, students identify the different ways the x and y values relate in a graph. They solve for x by finding the zero's of the polynomials.
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Slope, slope-Intercept Form and Standard Form

For Teachers 9th - 10th
Students investigate and solve linear equations using slopes. In this algebra lesson, students graph lines using the slope and y intercept. They also find the slope by rewriting their equation in to slope-intercept form from standard form.
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SAT Grid Practice Test 12

For Students 10th - 12th
In this SAT practice test, students solve various problems dealing with percent, area of polygons, rates, functions, and distance. This one page on-line worksheet contains ten multi-step problems.
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Logic

For Students 8th - 9th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve simple problems using metal math. They are given clues and must come up with the answer. There are 3 different sections with 6 questions on each page.
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Stem-and-Leaf Plots

For Students 9th
In this stem-and-leaf plots worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 9 various types of problems. First, they determine the mean, median, and mode of the stem-and-leaf plot shown. Then, students summarize the similarities and...
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Satellites and Solar Cells

For Students 8th - 10th
In this satellite and solar cells worksheet, students determine the electrical power generated by the solar cells on the IMAGE satellite. Students solve 3 problems including finding the usable area of the satellite, determining the power...
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Fact Families

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders explore fact families. They solve simple math problems. Students determine which mathematical property is used to solve the given problem. They are given five minutes to complete as many mathematical facts as possible.
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Math Skills for Everyday: Filling Out Income Tax Forms

For Teachers Higher Ed
Students accurately assess their own income taxes using actual tax forms. They read and fill out the proper forms.
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Elimination Using Addition and Subtraction

For Students 10th - 12th
In this systems of equations activity, learners use the elimination method to solve systems of equations. An example and explanation is given at the beginning of the activity. This one-page activity contains ten problems.
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Equations Self-Test

For Students 7th - 10th
For this equations worksheet, students answer 6 multiple choice questions. Students then solve 14 equations and must show all of their work.
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Go Ahead, Take a Guess! Estimating in the Real World

For Teachers 3rd - 6th
Learning how to use estimating to solve real life problems can be a great way for students to apply math skills.
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Make and use a Stem-and-Leaf Plot

For Students 3rd - 5th
In this stem-and-leaf plot worksheet, students use a given plot to solve 4 problems, then make a plot for given data and solve related problems. Houghton Mifflin text referenced.
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Range and Mode Practice 4.5

For Students 4th - 5th
In this range and mode worksheet, students study a data table that shows the ages of children in a school play. Students solve 5 problems pertaining to the range and mode of the information.
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Adding and Subtracting Integers

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students add and subtract integers. In this algebra lesson, students add, subtract, multiply and divide integers. They apply the properties of numbers as they solve equations.
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Statistics

For Students 9th
In this statistics learning exercise, 9th graders solve and complete 5 different word problems that include different data. First, they determine if there is an explanatory and a response variable in the given data set. Then, students...
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Sizing Pumpkins

For Teachers 5th
Fifth graders study the sizes of pumpkins. They measure and record the diameters of pumpkins. They create five subtraction problems and solve them. They weigh their pumpkins, record the data and select two pumpkins to make a graph of...
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Average and Instantaneous Velocity

For Students Higher Ed
In this velocity worksheet, students determine the average velocity for a trip, graph the distance traveled as a function of time, estimate the slope and identify the instantaneous rate of change of the function. This two-page worksheet...