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Representing Quadratics
Students represent quadratic equations using different methods. In this algebra lesson plan, students solve quadratics using substitution, elimination and graphing. They relate quadratics to the real world.
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Identity and Equality Properties
In this Algebra I learning exercise, 9th graders identify the property illustrated in the given statement. The one page interactive learning exercise contains a combination of ten multiple choice and free response questions and is self...
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Linear Systems: Identifying Pivots and Multipliers
In this pivot activity, students explore the elimination process, and write a matrix in upper triangular form. They identify equivalent systems. This four-page activity contains examples, explanations, and approximately ten problems.
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The Distributive Property
In this distributive property worksheet, students solve and complete 12 different problems that include using the distributive property to solve. First, they name the coefficient of each terms and list the like terms. Then, students use...
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Function Tables
Students identify function using tables of data. In this algebra instructional activity, students create a tale of point and plot on a coordinate plane. They analyze the graph as being a function or not.
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From Playing with Electronics to Data Analysis
Students collect and Analyze data. In this statistics lesson, students identify the line of best fit of the graph. They classify lines as having positive, negative and no correlation.
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Exponential Functions: Half Life and Doubling Time
Students investigate the concept of exponential functions and how they increase in size over time. They simplify the functions in order to find the solutions that are possible and perform analysis of the curved line that is produced when...
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Systems of Equations and Inequalities
This is a comprehensive lesson on creating and solving equations and systems of equations and inequalities. Problems range from basic linear equations to more complex systems of equations and inequalities based on a real-world examples....
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Systems of Equations
In this algebra worksheet, students factor systems of equations using elimination and substitution. THey graph their lines and find the point of intersection. There are 15 questions.
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Linear Equations
Ninth graders solve linear equations. For this Algebra I lesson, 9th graders investigate the properties of equations (Reflexive, Symmetric, Transitive, Substitution, and Transformation Properties) and use these properties to solve...
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The Elimination Method
Tenth graders investigate the Elimination Method in the solving of equations. They solve the equation using this method in examples with the teacher and then transfer the new knowledge to independent practice.
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Fractional Exponents and Property of Exponents
Don't just use a fraction of this resource ... use it all. Learners first investigate patterns to determine how to deal with fractional exponents. Individuals then evaluate expressions involving fractional exponents.
Fredonia State University of New York
Watch Your Step…You May Collide!
Can two lines intersect at more than one point? Using yarn, create two lines on the floor of the classroom to find out. Cooperative groups work through the process of solving systems of equations using task cards and three different...
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Linear Inequalities - Parallelogram Problem
Pupils 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 a...
Alabama Learning Exchange
Finding Prime
Fifth and sixth graders explore prime numbers. They work with a partner to build rectangular arrays using twelve tiles. Factor pairs are noted and recorded on graph paper. Pupils construct rectangular arrays with a prime number and...
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Graphing Systems of Inequalities
Solve equations and graph systems of inequalities. Designed as a instructional activity to reinforce these concepts, learners revisit shading and boundaries along with solving linear inequalities.
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Gas Prices
How can math help your vehicle run better? Complete an interesting project-based learning task with your classes to determine the cheapest approach to mixing the ideal octane level of gasoline. Scholars create and solve a system of...
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TI-89 Activities for PreCalculus and AP Calculus
Using the TI-89 calculator, students explore the statistical, graphical and symbolic capabilities of the TI-89. Students investigate topics such as solving systems of equations, finding inverse functions, summations, parametrics and...
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Solving a Pair of Linear Equations by Graphing
Teach your math lovers how to solve linear equations by graphing. High schoolers identify pairs of coordinates and use it to graph a line and use the TI to graph and observe the line.
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Choosing a Summer Job
What did you do over your summer vacation. Young wage earners must compare summer job options, and determine when each job earn the same amount and what that amount be. This be done by creating, graphing, and solving systems of...
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Reliable Problem Solving Techniques
Students practice the Request-Response-Result problem solving technique. They explore how and when it should be used.
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Solving Systems by the Elimination Method
Pupils solve equations by elimination and use the TI to graph the lines and find the point of intersection.
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Call Me
Pupils write essays to persuade their families to use a particular long-distance phone plan. They compare a 10-10 plan to a regular long-distance plan.
Lawrence Hall of Science
The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: Simultaneous Linear Equations
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains how to solve systems of linear equations using the methods of combination, substitution, and Cramer's Rule. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and...