EngageNY
Multiplying and Dividing Rational Expressions
Five out of four people have trouble with fractions! After comparing simplifying fractions to simplifying rational expressions, pupils use the same principles to multiply and divide rational expressions.
Scholastic
Number Soup
Learners identify the right number "ingredients" to add to their pot of "soup" given a rule that you provide. Whether you are covering even and odd numbers or equivalent expressions, the number soup can be an easy way for learners to...
Illustrative Mathematics
Ice Cream
Algebra learners can always relate to ice cream. In this case, a carton of ice cream has been at room temperature for t minutes. Given an expression for the temperature of the ice cream, it is up to your number crunchers to rearrange the...
Illustrative Mathematics
Rectangle Perimeter 2
While this activity is centered around expressions that represent the perimeter of a rectangle, it also hits at the fundamental concept of equivalent expressions, simplifing expressions, and like-terms. Classmates express their...
Curated OER
Equivalent or Not Equivalent?
Algebra learners look at equivalent expressions in the context of three different operations: division, squaring, and absolute value. In comparing these values, they will identity when expressions are equivalent.
Macquarie University
Factorizing Algebraic Expressions
In this comprehensive worksheet, mathematicians solve and complete various types of problems on factoring and using the quadratic formula. This worksheet also includes the use of factoring to simplify rational expressions. Overall, it...
Key Curriculum Press
Applications of Exponential Functions
Exponential functions are the name of the game. Young mathematicians can work through each of the eight worksheets by evaluating functions, applying logarithms, completing logarithmic functions, and building inverse functions. This would...
Curated OER
Equivalent Expressions A.11
Work those algebra skills! Learners solve equivalent expressions, compare given expressions, and determine their equivalency. This three-page worksheet contains twelve multi-step problems. Psst, this would be a perfect unit review.
Curated OER
Formulae
Learners complete a 24 page unit. They solve expressions by plugging in values, and translate words into algebraic equations. Included are: mixed operations, square roots, exponents and negative numbers. This resource provides a good...
Illustrative Mathematics
Extending the Definitions of Exponents, Variation 1
Scientist work with negative integer exponents all the time. Here, participants will learn how to relate negative exponents to time and to generate equivalent numerical expressions. Learners will apply the properties of integer exponents...
Curated OER
Unit 9 Review
Middle and high schoolers solve and complete 15 various types of problems that include evaluating expressions and graphing. First, they use the substitution method to solve pairs of equations for a variable. Then, students write out a...
Curated OER
SOL Mini-Challenge
Fourteen multiple choice questions, and all your class needs to do is determine the answers. They analyze each expression and select which of the 4 other expressions is equivalent to the first one. A great way to find out who needs a...
Curated OER
Number Lines, Variables, Solving for One Variable
Review basic algebraic rules of addition of integers. Then have the class define a variable and explore methods of solving equations with one variable. They observe solving expressions using inverse operations and simplifying solutions....
Curated OER
Simplifying Expressions (2 of 2)
This simple online resource is perfect for those just starting to simplify expressions. They solve by simplifying 12 expressions.
Curated OER
Simplifying Expressions (1 of 2)
In this simplifying expressions worksheet, pupils combine like terms and complete 18 different problems.
Curated OER
The Distributive Property
MIddle schoolers use the distributive property to combine terms in six expressions. They write nine expressions in simplest form. Young scholars perform one mental math problem, describing how they would solve the multiplication mentally.
Curated OER
Graphing Linear Functions
In this linear functions worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 30 different multiple choice problems that include graphing. First, they determine the expression that is equivalent to the given expression. Then, students determine the...
Curated OER
Equations and Inequalities
In this equations and inequalities activity, 9th graders solve and complete 14 different multiple choice problems. First, they name an example of the commutative property of addition. Then, students use the distance formula to determine...
Curated OER
Substitute into Simple Expressions
Learners simplify simple equations. Using a maze game, young mathematicians speculate about the size of different algebraic values and what other equivalent expressions might look like. It is a nice beginning activity for introducing...
Curated OER
Expressions and Operations
In this expressions and operations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 13 different multiple choice problems. First, they determine the length of a rectangle given the width and area. Then, students determine which of the listed...
University of Colorado
University of Colorado: Ph Et Interactive Simulations: Expression Exchange
An interactive simulation that teaches about equivalent, evaluating, and simplifying expressions through games and exercises building coin expressions. This simulation can either be downloaded or played online and includes handouts,...
Utah Education Network
Uen: Simplifying Algebraic Expressions Using Properties
Students will practice simplifying algebraic expressions using properties: identity, commutative, associative, and distributive. It provides downloadable PDF resources to go along with the lesson as well as an assessment plan.
Utah Education Network
Uen: Pyramid Equality
This lesson plan will result in students solving equations and using properties to form equivalent expressions. It provides downloadable PDF resources to go along with the lesson as well as strategies for diverse learners, extensions and...
Other
Pennsylvania Standards Aligned System: Using Expressions and Equations
This instructional activity provides young scholars with opportunities to practice writing equivalent equations and expressions for finding perimeter and patterns on a calendar. It also gives extension and remediation ideas as well as...