Friday, April 29, 2005

What is the area of this triangle?


geo_pythagorean, originally uploaded by Misterteacher.

Find the area of this triangle. Remember the formula is 1/2 b*h, or b*h/2.

Make sure you write a quick explanation that includes the usual requirements.

Tuesday, April 26, 2005

Linear Patterns


Linear Patterns, originally uploaded by Misterteacher.

Write an ordered pair for each point and then write an equation for the graph.

Each ordered pair should be written like this: (x,y).

Hint for finding the equation: Set up a t-chart on a sheet of paper and find the rule.

Bonus: Explain how to write an equation by looking at the ordered pairs.

Monday, April 25, 2005

Solving One - Step Equations

Problem 1: Explain how you would solve the following problems. You must use the following words in your explanation: inverse operation, balance, simplify.

(a) 36.7 - y = 18.20 (b) 5x = 45 (c) b/5 = 5

An excellent answer will contain the following qualities:
  • Sequence Words - first, next, last, etc.
  • Steps in correct order.
  • A correct solution.