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Figure This!

For Teachers 2nd
Second graders explore the concept of inequalities. They use the mathematical symbols =, <, > to show relationships among numbers. Students devise and use problem solving strategies to explore the situation.
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That's Not Fair

For Teachers 4th
Fourth graders in pairs, go to the front of the class, where one student is given five pieces of candy in one hand and four in the other. The other student is given four candies in one hand and none in the other. They discuss if they...
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Linear Inequalities - Parallelogram Problem

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students use the Geometer's Sketchpad to illustrate possible answers to a parallelogram problem. As a class, they discuss the point-slope and linear equation forms. Individually, students solve their equations and check the results on...
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Systems of Equations - Problem Solving

For Students 9th - 12th
In this systems of equations worksheet, students translate word problems into algebraic equations.  They solve system of equations problems dealing with geometry, money, investment, angles and age problems.  This five-page worksheet...
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Applications and Problem Solving Using Quadratic Equation

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this problem solving worksheet, students read short statements, translate them into algebraic equations and solve them. They solve 12 equations on this two-page worksheet.
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Seesaw Balances

For Teachers 6th - 12th
Learners determine how the weights of 7 objects on a seesaw can vary and still be in balance. They also write equations in algebraic terms, how to change 3 variables in an equation expressed in algebraic terms to obtain the correct...
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Mr. Payne Word Search Puzzle

For Students 5th - 6th
In this language arts worksheet, students study 10 words in a word bank, then locate them in a word search puzzle. The words appear to be related to algebra; the meaning of the title is not known. There is one misspelled word in the word...
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Perplexing Patterns

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders identify and find missing patterns. In this algebra instructional activity, 7th graders investigate numbers and sequences and complete the pattern. They make a chart and discuss similarities and differences.
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Quickies

For Teachers 6th - 8th
In this math problem solving worksheet, students answer 5 problems in 10 minutes. The problems include a variety of questions that could be solved by students who have had geometry and algebra.
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Worksheet 2: Functions as Machines

For Teachers 9th - 12th
In this algebra worksheet, learners read about the concept of functions and how to apply them. Then they fill in the graphic organizer with the right type of functions.
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Solving Equations

For Students 9th
In this Algebra I learning exercise, 9th graders solve one-step equations using addition and subtraction. The one page learning exercise contains ten problems. Answers are provided.
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Solving Open Sentences Involving Absolute Value

For Teachers 9th - 10th
In this math worksheet, students solve 6 open sentences and graph solutions using a line graph. Students then express 2 story problems in terms of inequalities. Students then write open sentences for 2 graphs.
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Illustrative Mathematics

Log Ride

For Teachers 5th - 7th Standards
The rides at a theme park always have limits on weight or number of riders. This makes a natural example of the use of inequalities to solve real-world problems. Learners explore intuitive solutions using substitution to solve the...
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Unit Plan
Virginia Tech

Unit Plan: Exponential and Logarithmic Functions

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
A six-day unit for algebra II on exponential and logarithmic functions builds upon Chapter 12 of Merrill Algebra II with Trigonometry; Applications and Connections. The text provides assistance in the depth of instruction and homework...
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Solving Systems of Equations by Substitution

For Students 8th - 10th
In this systems of equations activity, students solve 20 problems. The first 6 problems have one equation in the y-intercept form. The following 10 problems have one variable that has a coefficient of +1. The final four problems require...
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Positive and Negative Numbers

For Teachers 6th - 9th
Pupils use blocks and markers to illustrate the processes of adding, subtracting, multiplying and dividing integers. In this mathematics lesson, learners use Algebra blocks to demonstrate multiplying polynomials.
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Quadratic Equations and Functions

For Teachers 8th - 11th
This comprehensive lesson plan reviews solving and graphing quadratic functions and functions of higher degree.  Using the vertex form of a quadratic functions, one finds the vertex, minimum or maximum, and axis of symmetry. A few word...
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MP3 Purchase Plans

For Teachers 7th - 10th
Use algebra to solve real world problems. Mathematicians practice use of graphs, tables, and linear functions to solve a problem regarding mp3 purchase plans. They work in groups to solve the problem and present their findings and...
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Systems of Equations

For Students 10th - 12th
In this Algebra 2 activity, students solve systems of equations and inequalities then graph the solutions on a number line. There are 11 problems to solve.
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Who Has...?

For Students 9th
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders represent verbal expression algebraically and evaluate the expressions for the given replacement values of the variables. The three page worksheet contains the instructions for the card game and...
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Inequalitities Mixed Review

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Students solve inequalities and graph it on a number line. For this algebra lesson, students rewrite word problems into algebraic equations and graph it using compound inequalities.
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Compound Inequalitites

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students graph compound inequalities. In this algebra lesson, students solve equations with inequalities and graph the results on a number line. They distinguish between "or" and "and"
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Solving Two Step Equations

For Students 9th - 11th
In this algebra worksheet, students solve linear equations using the slope and y-intercept. They solve word problems using algebra. There are 9 questions with an answer key.
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Solving Verbal Problems

For Students 9th
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders analyze and solve verbal problems that can be solved by writing a quadratic equation.  The two page worksheet contains fourteen problems.  Answers are provided.