Lesson Plan

Linear Equations in Disguise

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In the eighth segment of a 33-part unit, learners look at equations that do not appear to be linear at first glance. The equations are proportions where the numerators and denominators may have more than one term. To round out the instructional activity, individuals realize a simple transformation of the equation results in a linear equation to solve.

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CCSS: Designed
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Instructional Ideas
  • Provide several opportunities for class members to review solving ratios
  • For advanced scholars, have them solve equations where the variable is in the denominator that may cause the denominator to be zero
Classroom Considerations
  • The theorem referenced is sometimes referred to as cross multiplying
Pros
  • Resource includes the all the steps to solve the equations within the answer keys
  • Supplemented with worksheets, an assessment and teacher materials
  • Example and problem set includes items that utilize geometric relationships with similar figures
Cons
  • None
Common Core