MARS: algebra: equations
This collection features 16 resources on the topic of equations.
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Interpreting equations
The initial question in this resource asks students to consider the equation y = 4x and say which is greater, x or y? Can they give reasons to justify their answer?
The lesson links algebraic equations to real-life situations. It also uncovers and addresses misconceptions concerning the meaning of variables...
Baseball jerseys
This resource features a task that explores the use of equations in a practical context.
The task considers ordering jerseys for a baseball team. Two companies are approached and their costings are given. Students set up equations to model the costs. Having done this the problem becomes one of determining...
Buying chips and candy
This resource features a task that explores setting up and solving simultaneous equations in a practical context.
Ralph and Jody go to a shop to buy potato chips and candy bars. Each buys a different combination of the items, with the total cost to each person being given. One equation is given, and students...
Fencing
This resource features a task that explores setting up and solving simultaneous equations in a practical context.
Jon is buying fencing for his yard. Prices are given for different combinations of posts and panels. Students use information in the task to set up and then solve a solve a pair of simultaneous...
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| Subject(s) | Mathematics |
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| Age | 14-16 |
| Published | 2010 to 2019 |
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| Direct URL | https://www.stem.org.uk/cxfcpq |
