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Substitution Property
In this substitution property learning exercise, 6th graders solve and complete 3 various types of problems. First, they use the values assigned to each variable to evaluate and match the expressions to their corresponding answers. Then,...
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Simplifying Expressions (Multiplication and Division)
Seventh graders simplify algebraic expressions using multiplication and division to combine like items and solve for the variable. They work with inverse operations to solve equations with guided practice. Students complete various...
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Algebraic Equations
In this algebraic equations worksheet, students solve and check ten algebraic equations. In the first 3 problems, they find the solution of the equation by using the substitution method. And in the last 7, students solve for each...
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Basic Algebra
In this basic algebra worksheet, students solve each of 20 equations by following the rules for basic algebra. They identify the variable in each equation. Then, students add or subtract like terms to get them on one side and the...
Mathematics Assessment Project
Representing the Laws of Arithmetic
Sixth graders connect numerical expressions to geometric area. They first complete an assessment task requiring them to identify area models for numerical expressions. Learners then participate in an activity to match area models to...
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The Customers
Exploring functions not represented by an expression is this task's secret. As your learners organize business customers in a database, they explore the definition of what it is to be a function.
Scholastic
Study Jams! Order of Operations
Please excuse my dear Aunt Sally! Sort of like an animated slide show, this lesson walks fifth graders through the order of operations. Also included are a sing-along karaoke video, key vocabulary with definitions, and a seven-question...
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Best lesson in the whole world!
Students study the concept of fraction using mathematical reasoning. In this problem solving fraction lesson, students use various methods to explain their reasoning in solving fractions. Students use a number of different prompts to...
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Order of Operations
In this order of operations instructional activity, 9th graders solve and complete 20 different problems that include using the order of operations. First, they use the order of operations to help them simplify each expression. Then,...
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Algebra 1 Unit 8 Review
For this math worksheet, students practice the techniques associated with algebra 1. This 5-page worksheet has many different types of problems for the students to solve.
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Simplifying Fractions
In this simplifying expressions worksheet, students solve and complete 16 various types of problems. First, they express each expression as a single fraction in simplified form. Then, students perform the indicated operations. In...
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Evaluate Using Power Rule
In this algebra worksheet, students solve exponential logarithmic equations. They find the base or the exponent of the problem using logarithmic properties. There are 5 questions with an answer key.
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Operation Sense
Students investigate the order of operation in algebraic equations. In this order of operations instructional activity, students discover the proper order for solving single variable equations.
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Order of Operations: Pages 19-24
In this math worksheet, students evaluate 15 expressions using the order of operations. Students then evaluate 4 more expressions with given numerical values for variables.
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Algebra and the Order of Operations
In this order of operations instructional activity, students solve 4 algebra problems involving exponents and variables. One word problem is included.
Inside Mathematics
Magic Squares
Prompt scholars to complete a magic square using only variables. Then they can attempt to solve a numerical magic square using algebra.
EngageNY
End-of-Module Assessment Task - Algebra 1 (Module 4)
Critical thinking is an important aspect of mathematics — it's time to put your brain to work! Use this assessment to challenge pupils and test their skills. Concepts assessed include function notation, factoring, completing the square,...
EngageNY
Multiplying and Factoring Polynomial Expressions (part 2)
If you can multiply binomials, you can factor trinomials! This is the premise for a instructional activity on factoring. Pupils look for patterns in the binomials they multiply and apply them in reverse. Examples include leading...
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Mid-Module Assessment Task - Algebra 2 (Module 3)
The 15th installment of a 35-part module is a mid-module assessment task. Covering concepts in the first half of the module, the task acts as a formative assessment, providing you with valuable information on how learners are doing.
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Representing, Naming, and Evaluating Functions (Part 2)
Notation in mathematics can be intimidating. Use this instructional activity to expose pupils to the various ways of representing a function and the accompanying notation. The material also addresses the importance of including a domain...
Mathematics Assessment Project
Generalizing Patterns: The Difference of Two Squares
After completing an assessment task where they express numbers as the difference of squares (i.e., 9 = 5^2 – 4^2), class members note any patterns that they see in the problems.
Mathematics Assessment Project
Modeling Motion: Rolling Cups
Connect the size of a rolling cup to the size of circle it makes. Pupils view videos of cups of different sizes rolling in a circle. Using the videos and additional data, they attempt to determine a relationship between cup measurements...
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1-3 Study Guide: Order of Operations
The order of operations is compared to punctuation in a sentence: it makes the meaning clear. After two example problems are solved according to a four-step format, your math class evaluates 12 expressions on their own. Learners could...
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A Beginning Look at Basic Algebra-Lesson 1-12
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders explore the basic of beginning algebra: the order of operations, integer operations, translating phrases and sentences, and solving basic one-step equations. The six page worksheet contains...