Investigate field properties of real numbers. Scholars use a table for a given operation to determine the identity element. They use the same table to find a missing value in an equation.

Concepts

properties of operations, identity property, inverse, properties of numbers

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Print out the properties tables for learners to reference during class

Classroom Considerations

• It is helpful if individuals have experience with Cayley tables
• Pupils should understand properties of real numbers and properties of equality

Pros

• Includes assessment questions and journal/writing prompts

Cons

• Only gives one example problem

Common Core

8.EE.C.7.a 8.EE.C.7.b HSA-APR.A.1 HSA-REI.A.1 HSA-REI.B.3 MP7 MP8