Math Curriculum
Level D
Unit: Solving Equations and Inequalities
Key Lesson 7.6.8 Reasoning About Solving Equations (Part 2)
Lesson topic: Balancing to solve equations (Part 2)
Instructor Materials
- Teacher guide
- Slides
- Practice Problems resource
- CCRS standard: 7.EE.4a
- Learning goal: Compare and contrast (orally) different strategies for solving an equation of the form p(x + q) = r. Explain (orally and in writing) how to use a balanced hanger diagram to solve an equation of the form p(x + q) = r. Interpret a balanced hanger diagram with multiple groups, and justify (in writing) that there is more than one way to write an equation that represents the relationship shown.
- 7.6 Assessment and Practice Problems
Student Materials
Related Lessons
Review and Extend
Use these supplemental lessons if needed after teaching this key lesson.
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