More than just a one-problem resource, learners must explain their answer and incorporate a writing component to mathematical thinking. The resource also includes an explanation of the solution to help with the reasoning. 

Concepts

systems of equations, systems of linear equations

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Use as a warm-up or exit ticket

Classroom Considerations

• The problem is not the typical systems of equations problem, but questions the procedure versus the answer

Pros

• Thought-provoking questions
• Comes with a fully worked-out answer key which can also be used as a teacher's guide

Cons

• None

Common Core

HSA-REI.C.5