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Investigating Linear Equations Using Graphing Calculator
Students investigate linear equations using the Ti-Calculator. In this algebra lesson, students graph lines and identify the different quadrants on a coordinate plane. They identify ordered pairs used to plot lines.
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Functions As Relationships
In this algebra worksheet, high schoolers read the information about the relationships of functions and then they fill in the graphic organizer with the information at the bottom of the page.
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Write Function Rules Using Two Variables
Fabulous functions are the focus of this handout. Middle school math pupils complete input/output tables and answer questions about the values. Each of the three equations contains two variables. This simple worksheet would be useful as...
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Solving Equations Using More than One Operation
In this algebra worksheet, students solve equations using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division. They solve word problems using equations. There are 5 questions with an answer key.
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Algebra: Variables and Functions
In this algebra worksheet, students complete 10 function tables in which values for x are plugged in to an equation and the value of y is determined. There are no examples.
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Subtracting Integers with Counters
Young scholars subtract integers using counters. In this algebra lesson, students solve linear equations using an online tool. They use subtraction to isolate the variable.
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Graphing Applications
In this graphing applications activity, students derive equations for 4 word problems. Students then define variables, find intercepts, graph the equations, and interpret the slopes.
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Movement
Students explore experimentation as a method for solving problems. In this movement lesson plan, students observe marbles rolling down a ramp, identify variables that could cause the marble to roll faster or farther, test changing one...
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Weigh Out the Algebra
Students solve linear equations. In this algebra lesson, students use manipulative's to see the steps taken when solving linear equations. They solve using addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.
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Forces and Graphing
Students analyze graphs to determine relationships between variables and rates of change. They determine the basic concepts about static reaction forces. They determine the slope and equation of a line.
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Jumping to Solutions
Students explore two-step linear equations. For this middle school Pre-algebra lesson, students create and solve equations that describe how a person got to an end postion on a ruler by jumping. After physically creating the situation,...
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Olympic Bar Graphs
For this Olympic bar graph worksheet, students pick a sport from the 2004 Olympic games and find data from the Olympic web page. They graph the scores (times, distance, or speed) and the medals. They answer questions about the variables...
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Word Problem Primer
For this word problem worksheet, students are given directions and guidance as to how to solve word problems. They are given the variables used in word problems, the math codes, how to change letters into formulas and 5 steps to solving...
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The Slope of a Line
In this slope worksheet, students examine graph and determine the slope of a line. They determine coordinates of a point to make a true statement. Students identify the dependent variable and the independent variable. This three-page...
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A Sick Astronaut
Aspiring astronauts graph, interpret, and analyze data. They investigate the relationship between two variables in a problem situation. Using both graphic and symbolic representations they will grasp the concept of line of best fit to...
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WS 4.8-Review
In this chemistry review worksheet, students solve a variety of problems including balancing equations, solving for unknowns using dimensional analysis, finding percent yields, limiting reactants and empirical formulas.
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Sixth Grade Mathematics Quiz
In this math instructional activity, 6th graders complete multiple choice questions about variables, money, weight, and more. Students complete 15 questions.
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Decoding Machine
Pupils are introduced to the concept of variables and their uses. In groups, they are given a code in which they must find the value of the missing words. To end the lesson, they find the value of words over ten letters long and their...
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Dancing Number Sentences
Students explore how dance can be infused with mathematics. In this art and mathematics lesson, students recognize how the ABA dance form is similar to a math number sentence. Students create a dance choosing dance words to represent...
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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...
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Cramer's Rule
In this Cramer's Rule instructional activity, students first evaluate five determinants or square matrix. Then they solve the last five problems by applying Cramer's Rule. Students identify and define Cramer's Rule as a theorem used with...
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Constant Rate
Two-variable equations can express a constant rate situation. The lesson presents several constant rate problems. Pupils use the stated constant rate to create a linear equation, find values in a table, and graph the points. The resource...
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Number Towers
Number towers use addition or multiplication to ensure each level is equal. While this is common in factoring, it is often not used with algebraic equations. Solving these six questions relies on problem solving skills and being able to...
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Ground Beef
Ever wonder how a butcher creates the different types of ground beef? Young mathematicians explore the methods butchers use to create their desired ground beef quality. Given a combination of two types of meat with varying leanness,...