Multiply the chance of success with solving equations. Viewers of an educational video learn to solve a one-step equation by multiplying by the reciprocal. The equation in question is in the form ax = c/d.

Concepts

one-step equations, solving equations, solving for 1 variable, reciprocals

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Instructional Ideas

• Use the video to help the class review for a unit test or quiz
  

Classroom Considerations

• Pupils should be familiar with reciprocals
• There is a separate video for equations of the form (a/b)x = c/d
  

• This video is hosted on YouTube

Pros

• Shows two different ways to solve the same equation
• Organized presentation makes it easy to follow along with the narrator
  

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSA-REI.B.3