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The document discusses variables, algebraic expressions, and simple equations. It provides examples of variables like A=#, C=#, and expressions like 3+4. It also explains how to write expressions from word phrases, evaluate expressions by substituting values for variables, and solve simple one-step equations.

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The document discusses variables, algebraic expressions, and simple equations. It provides examples of variables like A=#, C=#, and expressions like 3+4. It also explains how to write expressions from word phrases, evaluate expressions by substituting values for variables, and solve simple one-step equations.

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Variables, Algebraic Expressions,

and Simple Equations

Can you form your own definition of


a variable based on the following?
These are variables

A = # , C = #,
X = #,r = #, n = #
=#
=#

These are not


A,

C,

3, 10, 75, 8,
12, 1, 0

Discuss and make a list of


similarities and differences
(compare and contrast)
These are variables

A = # , C = #,
X = #,r = #, n = #
=#
=#

How theyre the


same:

These are not


A,

How theyre different:

C,

3, 10, 75, 8,
12, 1, 0

Use interwrite board to fill in 3

See if your definition that you came


up with matches the definition of a
variable:
Variable is. A letter or symbol that stands
for an unknown number.
Examples: a , C, x, N,
,
Copy this down in your notes

Stop here on Monday


4

Go on to Catch of the Day

Algebraic Expressions
An expression consists of a combination of numbers,
operation symbols, and grouping symbols such as
parentheses ( ). An algebraic expression is an
expression that contains one or more variables.

Expressions:
Algebraic Expressions
3+4
3 (c + 8)
Notice that you
62
2 a dont see any
(6 + 3) -1
9equal
xsigns
5

Reading and Writing Algebraic Expressions

+
plus
sum
more than
increased
by
total
in all
added to

minus
difference
less than
subtract
decreased
by
Take away
Subtracted
from

x
times
product
multiplied
each
of

divided
quotient
divided by

Other ways to show Other ways to show


division:
multiplication :

5x6
5(6)
56

12 6
12/6

6
Glue this in your notes and go over examples of how to read/write algebraic expressions

Now, that we know the components of this expression, lets


try to write an algebraic expression for each word phrase

4 increased by a number
4+c
*it does not matter what
letter you use, just as
long as you include a
variable.

25 less than a number


n 25
*just because we see
25 first in the word
phrase, doesnt mean
that 25 is written first
in the expression.

Try to write these on your own:


Add 3 to a number
3 + n or n + 3
Some number multiplied by 16
16 x b or b x 16

Now, try to translate, or write the


following algebraic expressions into a
word phrase on your own.
1) n - 5

2) 9 + t

10

Now, try to translate, or write the


following algebraic expressions into a
word phrase on your own.
Answers will vary
1) n - 5 1)Take 5 away from a
number
2) 9 + t 2)9 added to a number

11

When we evaluate algebraic expressions, we are


substituting a number in place of variable, then
solving for an answer

Evaluate each expression


when a = 12
1)a + 3
2)17 a

12

When we evaluate algebraic expressions, we are


substituting a number in place of variable, then
solving for an answer

Evaluate each expression


when a = 12
1) a + 3
12 + 3
15
2) 17 a
17 12
5
13

You try to evaluate the following


when n = 4
1) 9n
*(what operation does this mean when a
number is right beside a variable? Look
at your notes if you dont know)
2) 40 / n

14

You try to evaluate the following


when n = 4
1) 9n
9x4
36
2) 40 / n
40 / 4
10

If several students had trouble with


the algebraic expressions today,
have them do WB 8 and save the partner
activity for Thursday.

Stop here for Tues.

15

Equations
http://www.learnalberta.ca/content/mesg/htm
l/math6web/math6shell.html
(link to video)--- you will need to do the following:
Skip intro, Click on Lessons, Click on the 11th video.
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An Equation is a complete
sentence that is either true or false
= shows that each side has the same value
examples:
x + 7 = 14
7 + 7 = 14
14 = 14

47 = 50 3
y 6 = 13

17

Determine if the following are


expressions or equations:
1) 7x
2) (6-3) 1 = 2
3) 14 = 7(2)
4) X + 9 = 13
5) 12 5
18

Determine if the following are


expressions or equations:
1) 7x
2) (6-3) 1 = 2
3) 14 = 7(2)
4) X + 9 = 13
5) 12 5

1) expression
2) equation
3) equation
4) equation
5) expression

How could you tell the difference between the two?


19

For Practice:
Do pg. 41 #17-20
together
Then, with a partner,
do #5-16 (using
beans, buttons, etc..)

20

Mixed Review
for Quiz
Each student needs a sheet of
paper

Directions:
The following questions are similar to the
types of questions that you will see on
tomorrows quiz.
Every student needs to answer or attempt to
answer each question.
If you find that you get several answers
wrong, please talk to the teacher at the
end of class or during content mastery for
additional help

#1 - In your own words, tell me what a


variable is?

#2 - Write down at least 2 examples of


variables:

#1 - In your own words, tell me what a


variable is? A variable is a letter or symbol
that represents an unknown #

#2 - Write down at least 2 examples of


variables: C, x, n,
Answers may vary

Write an algebraic expression for


each word phrase:
#3) take 14 from a number

#4) 15 is decreased by a number

#5) add 8 to a number

Write an algebraic expression for


each word phrase:
#3) take 14 from a number
n 14
#4) 15 is decreased by a number
15 n
#5) add 8 to a number
n + 8 or 8 + n

Evaluate each expression when


x=9
#6) 7 + x _________

#7) x 3 _________

Evaluate each expression when


x=9
#6) 7 + x _________
7 + 9 = 16

#7) x 3 _________
93=6

Use mental math to solve the equations.


Rewrite the equation showing that both
sides are equal.
#8) 75 + t = 80
t = ____
___________
#9) b 52 = 17
b= ____
__________

Use mental math to solve the equations.


Rewrite the equation showing that both
sides are equal.
#8) 75 + t = 80
t=5
75 + 5 = 80
80 = 80
#9) b 52 = 17
b= _69_
69 52 = 17
17 = 17

Which number sentence is true if


x= 5
#10) a) 38 x = 30
b) 33 + x = 38
c) 38 = x + 30
d) x 38 = 33
The correct answer is ____
Explain how you know:

Which number sentence is true if


x= 5
#10) a) 38 x = 30
b) 33 + x = 38
c) 38 = x + 30
d) x 38 = 33
The correct answer is b
Explain how you know: 33 + 5 = 38
38 = 38
It was the only equation that was true

You decide what the following equation represents.


$50.00 x = $45.00

11) Write a word problem to fit the equation.

Then solve your problem.

You decide what the following equation represents.


$50.00 x = $45.00
11) Write a word problem to fit the equation.
(example: ) My grandparents gave me fifty
dollars for my birthday. I spent some of my
money on a toy, and now I have $45 left. How
much was the toy that I bought?
Then solve your problem.
$50 $5 = $45
x = $5

Evaluate means to substiture a value, then


solve the problem.

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