Writing Algebraic Equations

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GR. 6-8

Skill:

Write a linear equation or inequality to represent a given number or word problem; solve.

Writing Algebraic Equations

Translate a context into an equation one step at a time in this activity.

Putting It All Together

Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.

Open-ended question

You have $30 and need to have a total of $350 at the end of 5 weeks. Write an equation that would tell you how much money you need to save each week. 

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