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Inverse Relations and Functions
In this algebra worksheets, students find the inverse of a given function by switching the y with the x. They graph the different functions and identify the difference. This learning exercise includes thoughtful questions and worked...
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Additive Inverses
Middle schoolers investigate properties of additive inverses. In this properties of additive inverses lesson, students discuss the what it means for two numbers to be opposites. Middle schoolers discuss representing opposite...
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Using inverse Operations to Solve Equations
Fifth graders solve equations. In this algebraic equations lesson plan, 5th graders use the inverse operation to solve an equation. The teacher reminds students to perform the operation on both sides of the equation. This lesson plan...
National Security Agency
Ordering, Adding and Subtracting Integers
Prealgebrarians use colored chips, stickers, and pencils to explore the world of integers. They discover absolute value, compare positive and negative integers, and apply operations to them. A detailed procedure for the three-part...
Curated OER
Profit and Loss
Students analyze the concept of profit and loss, the components of a simple profit and loss statement and the importance of a profit and loss statement. They calculate profits using gross income, total expenses and cost of goods sold....
Inside Mathematics
Two Solutions
Many problems in life have more than one possible solution, and the same is true for advanced mathematics. Scholars solve seven problems that all have at least two solutions. Then three higher-level thinking questions challenge them to...
Virginia Department of Education
Balanced
Bring balance to your lesson plans with an activity that asks individuals to solve one-step linear equations with inverse operations. Balance scales help learners understand the concept of isolating the variable.
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Maxima and Minima Problems
Students calculate the maxima and minima of quadratic equations. In this calculus lesson plan, students apply the derivatives by finding the maxima and minima using real life application. They solve optimization using the derivative.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Battle to the Death: Adding Integers
Young scholars explore the concept of adding integers. For this adding integers lesson, students simulate the battle of the 300 spartans at Thermopylae. Young scholars use colored game pieces to represent positive and...
Curated OER
Color, Computers, and Math
Students visit a web page that gives a brief introduction to two color models and experiment with mixing different color intensities to create different colors. They visit links that give more detailed information on color.
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Gummy vs. Gum
Students explore numbers patterns and write equations to describe the pattern. They apply the equations to further the patterns.
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Finding Yourself Through Autobiography
Learners read the writings of individuals whom they know and admire. They see that writing about themselves is worthwhile and important and helps them become better writers. They share their own life experiences, write about personal...
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Electric Field Mapping in 3D
Young scholars create a 3D vector field map of an electric field. In this physics lesson, students measure the voltage inside an aquarium with water. They present their findings and map to class..
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Using Trigonometry
Fifth graders explore the use of trigonometry to find unknown sides and angles in right-angled triangles, taking the concepts that were developed in the previous unit and looking at different ways of practicing the new skills. Students...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Additive Inverses and Absolute Values
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson, students learn about additive inverses and absolute values.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Absolute Value
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson students learn to evaluate absolute values, find the distance between two points, and solve absolute value equations. Students can watch a video...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Additive Inverses and Absolute Values Grades 8 9
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Learn about additive inverses and absolute values.
Wyzant
Wyzant: Simplifying Multiple Positive or Negative Signs
Students learn how to simplify multiple positive or negative signs. The resource consists of lessons with examples, a combining like terms calculator, an equation calculator, and a worksheet to check for comprehension.
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Gcf Global: Reciprocals and Inverse Numbers
Read this tutorial to learn about reciprocal and inverse numbers and how they work.
Alabama Learning Exchange
Alex: Polynomial Subtraction
Students will review the meaning of vocabulary relevant to subtracting polynomials such as opposites and the definition of subtract. They will be presented with examples of subtracting polynomials both vertically and horizontally. They...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Number Smash
In this activity, students explore basic Algebra concepts and Number sense. They learn the definition of sign numbers, absolute value, and numbers of opposite sign.