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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...
Delaware Math Cadre Elementary Committee
Operations and Algebraic Thinking
How to use the relationship between multiplication and division to solve math word problems is the focus of the lesson presented here. In it, fourth graders work in groups to solve problems posed by the teacher. Then, each group is given...
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Who Won the Cross-Country Meet?
Students write verbal expressions into algebraic expressions and solve the expressions. They determine who wins a race by determining the algebraic expression.
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Solving Equations
In this solving equations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 8 different problems that include identifying equations. First, they define a variable, an algebraic expression and a verbal expression, and an equation by giving an...
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Pre-Algebra
In this pre-algebra practice worksheet, learners examine 10 algebraic expressions and then simplify them for the variable y.
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From Expressions to Equations
Learners differentiate between expression and equation by evaluating integers and observing the difference. They use the TI to see the steps to solve problems.
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Evaluating Variable Expressions
In this algebraic expressions worksheet, students solve each variable expression by using the given values. There are 24 expressions to evaluate.
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Simplifying Rational Expressions
In this rational expressions worksheet, 9th graders identify and solve 20 different problems that include simplifying various types of rational expressions. First, they define and describe a rational expression and how to find its...
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Simplifying Rational Expressions
In this rational expression activity, students simplify rational expressions. Explanations and examples are provided. This two-page activity contains 20 problems, with answers listed at the end of the document.
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Algebra Worksheet #4, Find the Value of X
In this math worksheet, students find the value of x when it is the numerator of a fraction. Each problem involves a fraction added to a whole number or a whole number subtracted from the fraction. Answers are at the bottom of the page....
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Algebra: Linear Equations
In this Algebra I worksheet, 9th graders evaluate algebraic expressions, solve one- and two-step equations, and use equations to solve word problems. The three page worksheet contains fifty problems. Answers are provided.
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Variable Problems
Middle schoolers complete one and two digit number word problems containing variables. They complete 10 multiple choice questions.
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Polynomials
In this algebra worksheet, students multiply 14 polynomial expressions. Fifteen problems require students to divide polynomials. Exponents may be positive or negative. One problem is a combination of multiplication, addition and...
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Expressions Worksheet
In this math activity, students simplify the expressions. They create new expressions converting words into variables. They also practice using the order of operations.
EngageNY
Putting It All Together
Shuffle 'em up and deal! Learners practice operations with polynomials using cards they pass around the room. The activity works with pairs or individuals, so it offers great flexibility. This is the fifth installment in a series of 42...
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Properties of Exponents and Radicals
(vegetable)^(1/2) = root vegetable? The fourth installment of a 35-part module has scholars extend properties of exponents to rational exponents to solve problems. Individuals use these properties to rewrite radical expressions in terms...
Inside Mathematics
Graphs (2007)
Challenge the class to utilize their knowledge of linear and quadratic functions to determine the intersection of the parent quadratic graph and linear proportional graphs. Using the pattern for the solutions, individuals develop a...
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Obstacles Resolved—A Surprising Result
The greater the degree, the more solutions to find! Individuals find the real solutions from a graph and use the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra to find the remaining factors.
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Dividing by (x – a) and (x + a)
Patterns in math emerge from seemingly random places. Learners explore the patterns for factoring the sum and differences of perfect roots. Analyzing these patterns helps young mathematicians develop the polynomial identities.
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Lowest Common Multiple through the Grades
The LCM will be your new BFF. Learners review least common multiple and least common denominator applications, mostly on fractions, from middle school. Scholars then see how the LCM can be applied to various types of problems from...
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Delivery Trucks
Written to assess students' knowledge of interpreting expressions that represent a quantity in terms of its context, this machine-scored task also allows for a good discussion about units guiding the problem solving and solution.
Henrico County Public Schools
Factoring Puzzle
Factoring polynomials is an essential part of writing equivalent expressions and algebraic problem solving. Here is a card game that serves an engaging activity for reviewing factoring of polynomials.
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Mid-Module Assessment Task: Grade 7 Mathematics Module 3
Lesson 16 in the series of 28 is a mid-module assessment. Learners simplify expressions, write and solve equations, and write and solve inequalities. Most questions begin as word problems adding a critical thinking component to the...
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Federal Income Tax
Introduce your class to the federal tax system through an algebraic lens. This resource asks pupils to examine the variable structure of the tax system based on income. Young accountants use equations, expressions, and inequalities to...