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Illustrative Mathematics

Zeroes and Factorization of a General Polynomial

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
These four problems will guide your class through the idea behind the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra, which states that a polynomial of degree n has exactly n roots. Use the division algorithm and the definition of a zero/root of a...
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The Right Stuff

For Teachers 7th - 9th
Studentsare introduced to the Pythagorean Theorem by exploring right triangles and the squares built on each side. They apply the Pythagorean Theorem to real-world problems. Students u se informal and nonformal arguments of proof (i.e.,...
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The Complex Numbers

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve 16 problems involving imaginary numbers. In the first three, students find the square root of 3 negative numbers in terms of i. Nine problems involve addition, subtraction, multiplication and...
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Rational Numbers as Exponents

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this algebra worksheet, students rewrite 3 radical expressions as exponential notation. They change 6 quantities with fraction exponents into equivalent radical expressions. Students write three exponential expressions, eliminating...
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Order of Operations

For Students 9th - Higher Ed
In this order of operations learning exercise, students simplify and evaluate 10 different types of problems by applying the order of operations in each. They simplify basic equations whether multiplication, division, addition, or...
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Fiddling with Fours

For Students 11th
In this algebra worksheet, 11th graders are solving word problem, where they are given only symbols and asked to find the answers. They get some clues to help them arrive at the answer. There is an answer key.
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Illustrative Mathematics

Building a General Quadratic Function

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Rewrite a quadratic function to easily see the transformations involved. The instructional task takes a general quadratic function and rewrites it into a form that shows the translations and scaling of the parent quadratic function. The...
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Measurement

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Learners measure angles, perimeter, area and volume. In this geometry lesson, students define different ways to measure and solve for the perimeter, area and volume of geometric shapes. They analyze and process information to help them...
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Complex Fractions

For Teachers 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students divide complex fractions using properties of division and reciprocals. They are to get rid of all negative exponents. There are 48 problems.
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Percent Notation

For Students 7th - 10th
In this algebra learning exercise, students divide circles into equal portions as they explore percents and decimals. They convert between decimals and fractions using ratio and proportion. There are 8 questions.
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Evaluating Limits

For Students 12th - Higher Ed
In this evaluating limits worksheet, learners solve and complete 22 various types of problems. First, they determine the highest power of x in each of the functions. Then, students divide both the numerator and the denominator by that...
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Using Math to Build a Swimming Pool

For Students 10th
In this geometry instructional activity, 10th graders build a swimming pool using math to calculate all of the different dimensions. The pool is rectangular in shape and is measured in yards or meters. Students must convert to different...
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Natural Logarithm Rules

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, learners solve problems of logarithm using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. There are 8 questions with an answer key.
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Patterns Here, There, and Everywhere!

For Teachers 4th - 6th
Upper graders access the Microsoft Word program and create patterns by utilizing certain keys on the keyboard. They create picket fences, smiley faces, and hearts. It seems that this lesson has as much to do with keyboarding skills as it...
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West Contra Costa Unified School District

Connecting Fractions and Rational Expressions

For Teachers 8th - 10th Standards
Teach class members to work with rational expressions using their knowledge of fractions. The lesson plan starts with a warm-up of rational expressions at four different levels of complexity. The different levels continue throughout the...
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Achieve

Framing a House

For Students 6th - 10th Standards
If members of your class wonder where they can use the math they learn in middle school, let them discover the answer. Learners apply geometry concepts of scale and measure to calculate the costs of framing a house addition.
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Unit Plan
Mathematics Vision Project

Module 4: Rational Functions

For Students 9th - 12th Standards
Time to study the most sensible function — rational functions! The seven-lesson unit develops the concept of a rational function through a connection to rational numbers and fractions. Scholars graph functions, solve equations, and...
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Willow Tree

Linear Relationships

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
There's just something special about lines in algebra. Introduce your classes to linear equations by analyzing the linear relationship. Young mathematicians use input/output pairs to determine the slope and the slope-intercept formula to...
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Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Old mathematicians never die; they just lose some of their functions. Studying sequences gives scholars an opportunity to use a new notation. Learners write functions to model arithmetic and geometric sequences and use them to find new...
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Willow Tree

Slope

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
Investigate the different types of slope using graphs and ordered pairs. Scholars use the slope formula to determine the slope of a line between two points. Includes examples with a slope of zero and with no slope. The lesson follows a...
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Area and Perimeter

For Students 10th
In this geometry instructional activity, 10th graders use single variable equations to solve problems focusing on area and perimeter of triangles, trapezoids, parallelograms, rectangles, and hexagons.  The one page instructional activity...
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Law of Sines and Cosines

For Teachers 10th - 11th
Students solve problems using sine and cosine. In this precalculus instructional activity, students apply the properties of sine and cosine to solve non-right triangle problems. They use Heron's Law to find the area of a shape.
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The Meaning of Algebraic Expressions

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Students define equations and expressions. In this algebra instructional activity, students review important vocabulary words to do with equations and solving problems. They simplify equations and expressions using addition, subtraction,...
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Law of Sines and Law of Cosines

For Students 11th - 12th
For this Pre-calculus/Trigonometry worksheet, students use the laws of sines and cosines to solve triangles. The four page worksheet contains thirteen problems. Answers are not included.

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