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Multiplying Polynomials
Students investigate polynomials. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve problems dealing with multiplication of polynomials by using the distributive property and the FOIL method. Students also describe how the use...
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What a Square
Students examine the painting "Old Man With A Gold Chain" by Rembrandt. They identify geometric shapes in the painting, measure these shapes and compare the relationships of these measurements.
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Rational Exponents
Investigate rational exponents in this math lesson. Scholars make conjectures about the relationship between rational exponents and radicals. They then use their Ti-Nspire to simplify rational exponents.
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Area Problems
In this area learning exercise, students find the area of 3 given figures, then fill in missing dimensions in 3 additional figures. Answers included on page 2.
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Area Lesson Plan
Learners explore geometry by using computer applications. In this spatial measurement instructional activity, students discuss the difference between area, weight, volume and other forms of measurement. Learners utilize computer...
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Area of irregular Polygons: Historical Motivator - Lewis and Clark Adventure
Seventh graders find the area of irregular polygons. In this lesson on calculating area, 7th graders use the adventures of Lewis and Clark as motivation to learn how to calculate the area of irregular polygons.
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Area of Rectangles
In this area of rectangles worksheet, students find the area of 60 rectangles in units squared. Problems appear 6 per page, 10 pages plus answers. A website reference for additional resources is provided.
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Area of Compound Shapes
In this compound shapes worksheet, students solve 40 problems in which the area and perimeter of compound shapes is calculated. There are instructions and examples on this page, which is intended to be used on-line, but can be completed...
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Leveled Problem Solving Surface Area of Prisms
In this area learning exercise, 6th graders solve 6 word problems in which they work with the surface area of prisms. They identify faces, length, height, and width of prisms as they solve the problems.
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Find Prime Numbers
In this finding prime numbers practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
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Area of Irregular Polygons
For this geometry worksheet, 10th graders determine the area of irregular polygons. The one page worksheet contains three problems. Solutions are provided.
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Surface Area of Cones
Young scholars find the surface area of cones. In this geometry lesson, students calculate the dimensions of each three-dimensional shape and use the correct formula to solve the problem. They relate concepts of cones to the real world.
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Surface Area of Pyramids
Learners identify the surface area of pyramids and other polygons. In this geometry activity, students find the different measurements for the different parts of a polygon. They use the surface area formula to solve for the surface area,
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Field Trip to your Square
Young scholars visit an outdoors area and mark out a square on the ground that they examine. They look for and record the plants, animals, and non-living things they find in the square and post their findings on the Internet for other...
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Circle Area, Perimeter and Circumference
In this geometry skills worksheet, learners respond to 7 questions that require them to find the area, perimeter, and circumference of circles.
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Find Factors of a Number
For this finding factors practice worksheet, students sharpen their problem solving skills as they solve 6 story problems.
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Area and Perimeter
In this area and perimeter learning exercise, 10th graders solve and complete 18 various types of geometry problems. First, they find the area of a figure shown with consecutive sides perpendicular. Then, students find the area and...
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Worksheet One
In this area worksheet, learners multiply to find the area of a rectangle. They are told that this is the floor plan of an attic. Students compute the number of rolls of insulation needed to cover the floor as well as the total cost to...
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Algebraic Manipulation
In this algebraic manipulation worksheet, learners examine a given number grid, find the pattern and determine an equation to fit the situation. They calculate the area of given rectangles. Students solve real life problems using given...
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Do I Have to Mow the Whole Thing?
In this mowing worksheet, learners find the area of given rectangles. They determine the combinations of lengths and widths that generate a given area. Learners graph given points. This two page worksheet contains sixteen multi-step...
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Count Them Up
Pupils calculate area using the geoboard application on their calculators. They use a TI-73 calculator to find the areas of the shapes provided in the accompanying worksheet. Screen shots and instructions for creating shapes in the...
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Peter's Second String
Fifth graders determine the maximum area and range of areas of a rectangle with a given perimeter. They discuss a word problem involving perimeter and area as a class, investigate the word problem using a piece of string, and in small...
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Extra Review
In this quadratic formula worksheet, students solve and complete 22 different types of problems. First, they solve each equation by completing the square and applying the quadratic formula. Then, students graph each function provided and...
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Math in Science-The Pressure is On
In this pressure worksheet, students find the pressure of objects using the equation for pressure. They find the pressure of air in the atmosphere and the pressure of water in the ocean at different depths.