Friday, September 14, 2007
Algebra (Class 6)
Overview
In today’s class we continue learning how to solve equations by thinking about balances. In particular we develop our skills for using algebraic symbols to represent the solution process for solving balance puzzles.
A great resource for thinking about solving equations as a balance can be found at http://nlvm.usu.edu/en/nav/frames_asid_324_g_3_t_2.html?open=instructions
Textbook Sections
§3-1 (Txt. p.95) transforming Equations: Addition and Subtraction
§3-2 (Txt. p.102) Transforming Equations: Multiplication and Division
Key Attitudes
Math is about investigating and confirming
Key Ideas
Process used to solve a balance problem can be represented using algebraic symbols.
Key Skills
Solving a balance problem while using algebra to record the process. (Week 11-SP6-SP8)
Turn-In (#5)
§1-4 (Txt. p.16) #1-28
§1-3 (Txt. p.8) #31, 32
Handouts
No Handouts Posted
Assignment
§3-1 (Txt. p.97) #1-3 with pictures and algebra, #4-15 with just algebra
§3-2 (Txt. p.104) #1-4 with pictures and algebra (use “balloons” for negatives), #5-12 with just algebra
Disclaimer- The assignment as stated in class is the official assignment. Every effort is made to keep this posting accurate, but you should refer to what was stated in class as the final word.