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Matrix Multiplication Is Distributive and Associative
Learn the ins and outs of matrix multiplication. After discovering the commutative property does not apply to matrix multiplication in a previous lesson plan in the series, pupils now test the associative and distributive properties. The...
Illustrative Mathematics
Writing Expressions
Practice writing algebraic expressions from written phrases. The objective is to consider two seemingly similar phrases, write them as algebraic expressions, and then simplify using the order of operations. Learners are challenged to...
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Commutative, Associative, and Distributive Properties
Learners explore the concepts of commutative, associative, and distributive properties. In this beginning algebra lesson, students discuss the terms "commute", "associate", and "distribute" and how they correlate with the related...
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Rational Numbers
For this rational numbers worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 16 different problems that include adding and subtracting various rational numbers. First, they determine the sum or difference for each equation. Then, students...
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The Commutative Cookie
Third graders investigate the commutative properties of multiplication and focus upon the setting of cubes in the correct patterns to solve problems. They differentiate between numbers that have multiple factors and prime numbers....
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Addition Properties and Subtraction Rules
In this addition and subtraction worksheet, students review the addition properties and the subtraction rules. Students then complete each number sentence and tell which property or rule was used.
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Multiplication Properties and Division Rules 2
In this multiplication and division worksheet, students review the four multiplication properties: commutative property, property of one, zero property, and associative property. Students use the properties to solve the multiplication...
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Number Properties-Know'em, Like'em, Use'em
Ninth graders explore mathematical properties through the use of an advertising jingle. They produce a commercial that is digitized and presented to the class. Students write a jingle that simplifies each property and helps classmates...
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Properties of Real Numbers
In this algebra instructional activity, learners identify and use the properties of real numbers to solve problems. They identify and differentiate between rational and irrational functions. There are 13 problems.
Flipped Math
Unit 1 Review: Analyze Graphs and Expressions
Get in one last practice. Pupils work through 12 problems and a performance task to review the topics in Unit 1. The problems cover analyzing and modeling with graphs, algebraic properties of equality, and adding, subtracting, and...
Curriculum Corner
Number Family Practice Page
Using their knowledge of the associative and commutative properties of addition, class members work with fact families to create two addition and two subtraction problems with three given numbers.
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8th Grade Math Properties
Eighth graders engage in a activity that is concerned with the properties associated with 8th grade Algebra. They solve problems using a variety of contexts and participate in using real world problems to create context. Students...
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Quick Quiz: Addition Properties
In this addition properties worksheet, students compete a 10 question quiz, identifying the property that is demonstrated in each equation, associative, commutative or identity. Answers included on page 2.
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Distributive Property
Students explore the distributive property. In this algebra lesson plan, students are given Fruit Loops or other manipulatives and the class is divided in half. Each half of the class completes part of the equation to show that both...
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Properties of Real Numbers Reference Chart
In this algebra worksheet, high schoolers reference the six properties of real numbers over multiplication and addition in an easy to read format. There are 10 examples.
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Multiplying Polynomials
Help learners study polynomials. They will review how to multiply polynomials either by using the FOIL method if they are multiplying a binomial by another binomial, or by using the distributive property.
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Equations and Inequalities
In this equations and inequalities worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 10 different multiple choice problems. First, they determine the property that best justifies the given statement. Then, students find the solution for each...
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A Mystery to Solve
Investigate field properties of real numbers. Scholars use a table for a given operation to determine the identity element. They use the same table to find a missing value in an equation.
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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...
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Properties of Numbers
In this algebra worksheet, students solve problems using the 4 different properties of numbers. They apply associative, commutative, additive and distributive properties to each equation. There are 10 multiple choice questions with an...
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Mental Math: Use the Properties-Reteach
In this mental math reteach worksheet, learners review the commutative, associative and distributive properties, then complete a set of 13 problems. A reference web site is given for additional activities.
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Number Properties - Know 'em, Like 'em, Use 'em
Ninth graders express mathematical properties through creation of advertising jingles.
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Distributive Property
Students use the distributive property to solve problems. After listening to an illustration of the property, they take notes. Students solve problems during note taking and after class. They create their own examples of the...
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Multiplication Properties and Division Rules
In this multiplication and division learning exercise, students solve the first set of multiplication equations and name the multiplication properties they use. Students then solve the division equations and explain the division rule...