Algebra: Chapter 2-9
Writing Equations
Plan to write and solve an equation by:
- Can I use a variable to represent an unknown number?
- Can I represent other conditions in terms of the variable?
- Can I find equivalent expressions?
- Can I write and solve an equation?
Intro to Algebra: Chapter 1-10
Reasoning Strategies – or Try, Test and Revise
- UNDERSTAND the Problem
- Develop and carry out a PLAN
- Find the ANSWER and CHECK
Strategies look like:
- Draw a diagram
- Make an Organized list
- Look for a Pattern
- Try, Test and Revise
- Use Logical Reasoning
- Simplify the Problem
- Write an Equation
- Make a Table
- Work Backwards