Waterloo Mathematics
Grade 7 Patterning and Algebra: Algebraic Expressions
Classmates solve 18 different problems that are mostly word problems that apply algebraic expressions. They draw different combinations of masses on a scale that would balance. They also simplify expressions and solve for x in a number...
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SOL Mini-Challenge
Fourteen multiple choice questions, and all your class needs to do is determine the answers. They analyze each expression and select which of the 4 other expressions is equivalent to the first one. A great way to find out who needs a...
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Count on Me
Fourth graders use inductive reasoning to find algebraic patterns in geometric figures. They use technology (i.e., calculators, computers) and manipulatives to discover number patterns involving geometric concepts. They solve concrete...
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Simplifying Expressions (Addition and Subtraction)
Seventh graders simplify algebraic expressions using addition and subtraction to combine like items and solve for the variable. They work with inverse operations to solve equations with guided practice. Everyone completes various...
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Patterns and Algebraic Expressions
Scholars will solve problems, create patterns, and write algebraic expressions. In addition, they will learn how to represent a number with a variable.
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Worksheet #2: Algebraic Expressions
In this algebraic expression worksheet, students evaluate algebraic expressions involving the addition, subtraction, division, and multiplication of negative and positive integers. Students identify mathematical properties and find the...
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Worksheet #4: Simplify Algebraic Expressions With Two Variables
In this algebraic expression worksheet, students simplify algebraic expressions and solve proportions, and write equations from story problems. Thirteen of the 49 problems are fill in the blank, and the remainder are multiple choice.
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Independent Practice: Expressions and Operations
In this algebra worksheet, students read an algebraic expression and determine which of the options is the correct solution set for the expression. There are 5 problems on this worksheet.
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A.13: Algebra 1
In this square roots worksheet, middle schoolers solve an algebra problem involving square roots and then determine which of the options is closest to the correct answer to the problem. There are 8 problems on this page.
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Some Puzzling Thoughts about Space Radiation
In this space radiation worksheet, learners solve 22 algebraic expressions for "x". They use their answers which correlate with a word in a word bank. They use these words to fill in the blanks of sentences about the effects of space...
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Study Guide: Order of Operations
For this algebra worksheet, students learn how to evaluate algebraic expressions using the order of operations. They then solve 12 problems using what they learned.
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Expressions
In this expressions worksheet, students solve and complete 16 different problems related to various expressions. First, they define each of the listed terms and know each given property. Then, students state the order of operations and...
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Expressions and Formulas
In this expressions and formulas worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 7 different types of problems related to various expressions and formulas. First, they define order of operations and explain why it is used. Then, students list...
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Verbal and Algebraic Expressions
In this expressions worksheet, students solve and complete 30 various types of problems that include defining both verbal and algebraic expressions. First, they translate each verbal expression into an algebraic expression and vice...
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Students study the concept of fraction using mathematical reasoning. In this problem solving fraction lesson, students use various methods to explain their reasoning in solving fractions. Students use a number of different prompts to...
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Independent Practice: Expressions and Operations
In this square root learning exercise, students read and solve the 4 square root problems. One of the problems is a story problem, and the others ask students to determine which of the available options is closest to the value of a...
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Expressions and Formulas
In this expressions and formulas learning exercise, 9th graders solve and complete 10 different problems that include various types of expressions. First, they use the order of operations to evaluate each expression. Then, students...
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Division and Multiplication Corresponding
In this division and multiplication worksheet, students solve 15 basic division and multiplication problems in which factors are involved. The worksheet states that 4 x 6 = 24, and student are asked to answer: 24/6, 24/4 and 6 x 4. There...
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Translate To An Algebraic Expression
For this algebraic expression worksheet, learners read short statements and translate them into an algebraic expression. There are approximately 30 problems on this one-page worksheet.
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Math Sheet #5
In this math worksheet, students solve systems of equations using the elimination or substitution method. There are five problems on this one-page worksheet.
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Writing Algebraic Expressions for Words
Students explore the concept of algebraic expressions. In this algebraic expressions instructional activity, students convert pictures and word problems into algebraic expressions. Students play a game where they tell the algebraic...
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Pbs Learning Media: Cyberchase: Chess Wager
Harry and his friend make a wager on a game of chess and discuss the concept of exponential growth in this short Cyberchase video. [3:26]
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Pbs Learning Media: Lily Pad Escape
In this video from Cyberchase, the CyberSquad uses a magic lily pad to escape from a desert island.
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Pbs Learning Media: Cyberchase: Bianca the Spy
Cyberchase video introduces the idea of inverse operations as Bianca imagines herself as a spy. [3:26]