What situations do linear equations model? A video lesson demonstrates how to write a linear equation to represent a specific situation. Learners then watch as the instructor shows how to use the equation to analyze the situation.

Concepts

linear equations, linear equations writing, linear equations applications, problem solving strategies, math modeling

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Have pupils come up with different scenarios linear equations model
• Encourage learners to create multiple representations to help understand the components of the equation

Classroom Considerations

• Should follow instruction on linear equations

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Uses color to emphasize different parts of the equation
• Defines variables prior to writing the equation

Cons

• None

Common Core

SL.8.2 SL.9-10.2 RST.6-8.8 RST.9-10.8