Pre-Algebra

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Math Review of Converting between Conventional and Metric Systems
Math Review of Converting between Conventional and Metric Systems 150 150 Deborah

Overview: In the United States, two separate measurement systems are used, the conventional or English system and the metric system.  The conventional system with inches, pounds, cups, and quarts, is…

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Math Review of Estimating
Math Review of Estimating 150 150 Deborah

  Overview: Estimation is an important skill in mathematics, because sometimes an approximate figure is needed in everyday life.  Suppose a person is deciding if they have enough money to…

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Math Introduction to Using Formulas
Math Introduction to Using Formulas 150 150 Deborah

Overview: A math formula is shorthand for expressing a relationship between quantities, numbers or variables.  Common mathematical formulas make experimental data useful and meaningful. What Is a Formula? A mathematical…

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Math Review of the Metric System
Math Review of the Metric System 150 150 Deborah

Overview: The metric system is an international system of measuring length, mass, and capacity.  Units are standardized and based upon the decimal system.  The metric system is used many places…

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Math Review of Problem-Solving Strategies: Verbal Problems
Math Review of Problem-Solving Strategies: Verbal Problems 150 150 Deborah

Overview: Verbal math problems, also known as “word problems”, present example situations involving numbers or quantities.  Such problems ask students to apply their knowledge of mathematical operations to set up…

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Math Review of Combining Operations
Math Review of Combining Operations 150 150 Deborah

 Overview: Some algebra equations can be solved by combining operations.  For example, students can use the Distributive Property with Multiplication over Addition to solve many different equations when the variables are…

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Math Review of Polygons
Math Review of Polygons 150 150 Deborah

  Overview: Polygons are geometric figures that are made up of line segments.  Many of them, such as triangles, squares, and rectangles, are familiar shapes.  Others, such as heptagons (7…

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More Problem-Solving Strategies: Identify Subgoals
More Problem-Solving Strategies: Identify Subgoals 150 150 Deborah

Overview: Another important strategy to use when solving math problems is to identify subgoals.  Some problems need to be solved in steps, and then each step can be solved separately. …

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More Problem-Solving Strategies: Look for a Pattern
More Problem-Solving Strategies: Look for a Pattern 150 150 Deborah

Overview: One of the problem-solving strategies that is often used in math is to look for a pattern.  Often when exploring problems, the student can notice a relationship between numbers. …

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Math Review of Equivalent Sentences
Math Review of Equivalent Sentences 150 150 Deborah

  Overview: Solving equations in algebra depends on using equivalent sentences until the solution is found.  Sentences are equivalent if they have the same solution.  For example, sentences such as…

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