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Solving equations inquiry
This lesson explores how well students can solve and create linear equations, determining whether each side of the equation is equal. The lesson involves students creating their own equations and trying to solve the value of x. Students work collaboratively in attempting to solve the equation, deciding if there is always a solution. This involves the process of establishing and utilising rules. The lesson is accompanied by downloadable resources for teacher use.
- Resource details
- Year level
- Year 8
- Purpose
- Teaching resource Teaching strategies Student activities
- Strand
- Number Algebra
- Topic
- Algebraic expressions Data representation and interpretation Linear relationships Patterns and algebra
- Audience
- Teachers
- Format
- Downloadable resource
- Australian Curriculum code
- AC9M8A02
- Numeracy progression
- Number patterns and algebraic thinking (P7)
- Publisher
- Inquiry Maths
- Copyright
- © Andrew Blair 2012-21. Creative Commons BY-NC-SA 4.0.
- Keywords
- unknown coeffecient
- Other terms
- equation
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