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Solving Linear Equations

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How can an equation have infinitely many solutions? Viewers first review the basic idea of solving a linear equation by applying inverse operations in the concept video. Four problem videos cover examples in solving linear equations, including those with multiple fractions that involve clearing the denominator.

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Instructional Ideas
  • Use the video with pupils who need remediation in solving linear equations with variables on both sides
  • Pause videos to have viewers solve equations before viewing answers
Classroom Considerations
  • Be sure learners recognize the symbol for null set, as the video uses the symbol but does not explain what it is
Pros
  • Problem videos cover different situations (i.e., one solution, no solution, and infinitely many solutions)
  • Video shows each step in solving each equation
Cons
  • Uses nonstandard language, such as throw those together to indicate combining like terms and laws of distribution to indicate the distributive property