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Using Diagrams to Model and Solve Equations

Using Diagrams to Model and Solve Equations

Identify the equation: Start by writing down the equation that you want to solve. Make sure it is a simple equation that can be solved using diagrams. Draw a diagram: Draw a diagram that represents the equation. For example, if the equation is x + 2 = 5, you can draw a number line with […]

Using Number Lines to Subtract Integers

Using Number Lines to Subtract Integers

To add positive integers, move towards the right on a number line. To add negative integers, move towards the left on a number line. To subtract integers, add their opposites. Start at the first number (the minuend) and move to the left for each unit of the second number (the subtrahend). For example, if you’re […]

Additive and multiplicative relationships

Additive and multiplicative relationships

Using Distributive Property to Factor Numerical Expressions

Using Distributive Property to Factor Numerical Expressions

Using Number Lines to Add Two Negative Integers

Using Number Lines to Add Two Negative Integers

Properties of Addition

Properties of Addition

Writing down Variable Expressions Involving Two Operations

Writing down Variable Expressions Involving Two Operations

Using Number Lines to Add Two Integers with Different Signs

Using Number Lines to Add Two Integers with Different Signs

Using Distributive Property to Factor Variable Expressions

Using Distributive Property to Factor Variable Expressions

Reciprocals

Reciprocals

How to Use Area Models to Factor Variable Expressions?

How to Use Area Models to Factor Variable Expressions?

Absolute Value Definition

Absolute Value Definition