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Systems on a Mission
Solve systems of equation problems using four different methods: elimination by addition or subtraction, graphing, elimination by multiplication, and substitution. Middle schoolers are then given a series of "missions" to complete.
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Virtual Field Trip
This hands-on resource has future trip planners analyze graphs of mileage, gasoline costs, and travel time on different routes. While this was originally designed for a problem-solving exercise using a Michigan map, it could be used as a...
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Finding X and Y Intercepts
How can you solve systems of linear equations? This slideshow introduces learners to the substitution method, the elimination method using addition and subtraction, and the elimination method using multiplication. Guided practice...
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Wheat Kernels Bar Graph
Third graders create a bar graph to record how many kernels were in a wheat stalk. They write in math journals two questions from interpreting the graph. They solve math problems from other students.
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Introduction to Solving Quadratic Equations by Factoring
Students solve quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students factor and graph linear and quadratic functions. They identify the standard and linear form of each equation.
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Unit 4: Worksheet 4: Functions and Graphs
In this function and graph worksheet, learners read and interpret maps and graphs. They write an equation, define variables and solve the equation. Students solve diamond problems and use the distributive property to solve equations. ...
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A Special Relationship
Middle schoolers discover the relationships of the lengths of the sides of right triangles and right triangles using a series of drawings on dot paper. They investigate and solve problems of standard (customary and metric units) and...
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Solving Quadratic Equations by Graphing
Students solve quadratic equation by graphing. In this algebra instructional activity, students use the TI calculator to get a visual of their graph. They create a table of values, plot their points and graph the parabola.
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Solve Five Quadratic Equations Using the Quadratic Formula
In this solving quadratic equations learning exercise, students solve five quadratic equations by using the quadratic formula. Students also review using the discriminant, solving by factoring, and solving by completing the...
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Story Problem Writing
Students write story problems which can only be solved with the application of multiplication facts. They write an extra fact that isn't needed to solve. When their partners do the problems, they must cross out the fact that they do need.
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More Graphing With Intercepts
In this graphing worksheet, students graph linear equations. They identify the x or y-intercept. Coordinate planes are available below each equation. Nine problems are provided on this two-page worksheet.
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Relating Algebra to Geometry
Learners investigate the connection that exists between Algebra and Geometry. They classify two and three-dimensional figures. Pupils use formulas to solve problems in geometry and use appropriate measuring devices in the right contexts.
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Graphing Equations
In this graphing equations on a grid activity, students solve 10 problems. Students find the value of y for the value of x in the equations. Students make a table of ordered pairs and graph them on a grid.
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Make and use a Stem-and-Leaf Plot
In this stem-and-leaf plot instructional activity, 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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Solving Right Triangles
Students investigate the basic trigonometric functions. In this geometry/trigonometry lesson, students explore strategies to solve right triangles using basic trigonometric functions. The lesson includes an application...
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Chapter 10 - Objective 6.1 Graph
For this graphing worksheet, students solve linear and parabolic equations and graph equations on a coordinate plane. They use the discriminant to determine the number of x-intercepts of a parabola. This one-page worksheet contains ten...
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Graphing Dairy Production Statistics
Students collect data about dairy production. In this geometry instructional activity, students formulate and model problem solving. They collect data and plot it on a graph.
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Potassium-Argon Dating
Find the age of a fictional sample of rocks using a genuine approach. A well-designed lesson asks young mathematicians to use exponential modeling to analyze half-life. As a project-based learning activity, scholars communicate...
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Factors
Practice factoring numbers by using graph paper, manipulatives and computer applets.
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Gummy Bear Math
First graders predict, collect data, and create a graph based on gummy bear colors they are given. In this graphing lesson plan, 1st graders first predict how many colors of gummy bears there are. They then count the colors, graph them,...
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Solving Systems of Equations
Students identify the quadrants and axis of a coordinate plane. In this algebra lesson, students discover the ocrrect way to graph using the coordinate plane. They discuss the relationship between x and y values, domain and range and...
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Handling Data
Students create a simple table in order to solve a problem. As a class, they create a simple data table in order to discover the number of letters in each student's name. This data is interpreted in order to answer questions and make...
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Combining Functions
This worksheet includes 46 problems for students to solve. They must combine, solve, and graph functions, and use functions to evaluate and solve equations. This would be an excellent exam or pre test.
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Solving Using Linear Equations
Seventh graders explore linear equations. They observe the relationship between linear equations an patterns. Students make decisions using information given in graphs to solve linear equations. They perform a toothpick activity to...