After examining expressions in the first six lessons of the series, learners are now ready to apply those concepts to create equations in the seventh installment of 28. Each exercise contains a conceptual situation that helps build an understanding of the concept of equivalence related to expressions and equations.

Concepts

algebraic equations, equations, equivalent equations

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Additional Tags

math

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Instructional Ideas

• Review the essential vocabulary list with your classes before the lesson
• Use the final exercise as group work and have each group explain a step of the problem

Classroom Considerations

• Individuals should be comfortable with the idea of a variable 

Pros

• Provides exit card problems for quick understanding checks
• Includes both guided and independent practice problems

Cons

• None

Common Core

7.EE.B.3 MP7