| Pre-Algebra
Lesson |
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Description |
| Order of Operations |
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To learn some of
the rules for the order of operations. To evaluate whole-number expressions using
the rules learned. To translate a word problem into an arithmetic expression, and
then evaluate it using the rules learned. |
| Order of Operations With Exponents |
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This lesson builds
upon the previous lesson. It presents all rules for order of operations.
To evaluate expressions with exponents according to these rules. The
mnemonic "PEMDAS" is used to help students remember the rules. |
| Order of Operations with Integers |
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This lesson builds
upon the previous lesson. To evaluate expressions with integers and exponents
according to the rules for order of operations. To show all work without skipping
steps. Available on CD-ROM or by download. |
| Writing Algebraic Expressions |
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To define and
understand the concept of a variable. To understand the difference between a
numerical expression and an algebraic expression. To translate verbal phrases into
algebraic expressions. Available on CD-ROM
or by download. |
| Writing Algebraic Equations |
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To define an
algebraic equation. To translate open sentences into algebraic equations. |
| Practice Exercises |
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To complete 10 additional
exercises as practice. To assess students' understanding of all concepts
learned so far. Available on CD-ROM
or by download. |
| Challenge Exercises |
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To solve 10
additional problems that challenge students' understanding of all topics covered in this
unit. Problems are drawn from real-life situations. To hone students'
problem-solving skills. Available on CD-ROM
or by download. |
| Solutions |
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To review complete
solutions to all exercises presented in this unit. Includes the problem,
step-by-step solutions, final answer and units for each exercise.
Available on CD-ROM or by download. |
