Algebra 2

Pp. 2-3 Key Vocabulary

Pg. 4 Lesson 1.1: Solving Multi-Step Equations
Pg. 5 Lesson 1.2: Solving Multi-Step Eqns with Fractions & Decimals
Pp. 6-7 Lesson 1.3: Types of Solutions – One, None, and Infinite
Pg. 8 Lesson 1.4: Translating & Solving Algebraic Equations
Pg. 9 Lesson 1.5: Absolute Value Equations
Pg. 10 Lesson 1.6: Literal Equations
Unit 1 Review Stations
Unit 1 Assessment
 Key Vocabulary
Absolute Value: the distance a number is from zero (the distance is always positive).
Absolute value is represented by: |x|
Example: |7|=7∧|−7|=7

Associative Property: states that the way terms are grouped does not matter when
adding and multiplying
Example: ( 4 +2 ) +3=4 +(2+3)

Coefficient: The number/constant that is multiplied with a variable

Example: -4x  -4 is the coefficient

Commutative Property: states that terms can be added or multiplied in any order
Example: 5 ∙7 ∙ 2=7 ∙ 5 ∙2

Distributive Property: multiplying a number by a group of numbers added together is

the same as doing each multiplication separately
Example:a ( b +c )=ab +ac

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Equation: a statement that the values of two mathematical expressions are equal
(indicated by =)
Example: −3 ( m−7 )=24

Expression: a mathematical phrase that can contains numbers, variables (like x or y)

and operators (like add, subtract, multiply, and divide)
Example: 7 a−4∨−2 (4 x +1)
Inverse Operations: operations that undo one another
Example: addition is the inverse of subtraction

Literal equation: an equation where variables represent unknown values. Literal

equations allow us to represent things like distance, time, interest, and slope as
variables in an equation
Example: solve for m when y=mx +b

Solution to an Equation: the value (or values) of the variable that makes the equation
true

Term: a single number or variable, or numbers and variables multiplied together. Terms
are separated by + or − signs
Example: 5xy or -7b2

Variable: quantity that may change within the context of a mathematical problem or
experiment. Typically, we use a single letter to represent a variable
Example: x or w or m

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Name: ______________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Period:
________ Algebra 2

Lesson 1.1: Solving Multi-Step Equations

Learning Target: I can use the properties of algebra and inverse operations to solve
multi-step equations.

MINI LESSON

A solution to an equation is the value (or values) of the variable that makes the equation
true. To find the solution of an equation, you can use inverse operations which are
operations that undo one another.

When solving an equation, use inverse operations to isolate the term with the variable
first, then isolate the variable (get the variable alone).

3 n−5=−8 (6+5 n) How to check your solution using your calculator:

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Name: ______________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Period:
________ Algebra 2

Lesson 1.2: Solving Multi-Step Equations with Fractions

and Decimals
Learning Target: I can use the properties of algebra and inverse operations to solve
multi-step equations.

MINI LESSON
Solving equations with fractions and decimals follow the same rules as always,
the numbers just appear more complex. Our calculator can also help us,
particularly with fractions!

1. Determine the sum of using your calculator. How to: Press

3 4
+

[ALPHA], [Y=], [1:n/d]

4 5

2.
1 1
x+ x=−3+ x
4 2

3. 0.3 ( x−0.8 )=0.36+ 0.52 x

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 Name: ______________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Period:
________ Algebra 2

Lesson 1.3: Types of Solutions – One, None, and Infinite

Learning Target: I can interpret the structure of equations to determine the number of
solutions.

Infinite
One Solution No Solutions
Solutions
Equation 7 x−3=5 x +5 7 x−3=7 x+5 7 x−3=−3+7 x

“Solve”

What can
you say
about the
coefficients
of the terms
with “x” in
the
equation?
What can
you say
about the
constants
on both
sides of the
equation?

MINI LESSON

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Equation 5 ( 2+c )=45+5 c 3 ( y +2 )=30 2 ( a−2 )=2 a−4

“Solve”

Coefficient
s?
(same or
diff.)
Constants?
(same or
diff.)

Type of
Solution

YOU TRY!

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Name: ______________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Period:
________ Algebra 2

Lesson 1.4: Translating & Solving Algebraic Equations

Learning Target: I can interpret, create, and solve algebraic equations.

MINI LESSON
Directions: Translate the following into mathematical expressions.
a) 5 more than 2 times a number b) The product of 5 and a number
subtracted from 2

Directions: Translate the following into mathematical equations, then solve.

1. The second of two numbers is 3 less than twice the first. Their sum is 36. Find the
numbers.

2. Find two consecutive even integers whose sum is 66.

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Name: ______________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Period:
________ Algebra 2

Lesson 1.5: Solving Absolute Value Equations

Learning Target: I can solve absolute value equations.

MINI LESSON
1. Solve and check the following absolute value equations.
a) b) 3|x−1|+ 4=16 c) |x +2|=−3

2. Check for extraneous solutions if there is a variable on the opposite side of the
equality.
a) b)

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Name: ______________________________________________ Date: ____________________ Period:
________ Algebra 2

Lesson 1.6: Literal Equations

Learning Target: I can solve formulas for a particular variable of interest

MINI LESSON
A literal equation is an equation where variables represent unknown values. Literal
equations allow us to represent things like distance, time, interest, and slope as
variables in an equation.
For example, y=mx+b . Is a literal equation.
1) Solve for b when: y =mx+b 2) Solve for x when: y=mx+ b

3) Solve for r when :d=

r
t

4) A formula used for calculating velocity is v= a t . What is a expressed in terms of v∧t

1 2

?
2

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