1.0 Using Algebra

1.0 Using Algebra

Introduction

In this chapter, students will engage with the following concepts: bar graphs, histograms, frequency tables, order of operations, variable expressions, single-variable equations, perimeter, area, formula, distance, rate, time, problem-solving plan, problem-solving strategies.

Chapter Outline

1.1 Interpret Given Bar Graphs

1.2 Understand and Interpret Frequency Tables and Histograms

1.3 Represent Real World Problems Using Bar Graphs, Frequency Tables, and Histograms

1.4 Evaluate Numerical and Variable Expressions Using the Order of Operations

1.5 Connect Variable Expressions and the Order of Operations with Real World Problems

1.6 Evaluate Numerical and Variable Expressions Involving Powers

1.7 Use the Order of Operations to Evaluate Powers

1.8 Evaluate Variable Expressions with Given Values

1.9 Translate Verbal Phrases into Variable Expressions

1.10 Write and Evaluate Variable Expressions for Given Situations

1.11 Solve and Check Single Variable Equations Using Mental Math and Substitution

1.12 Solve Real World Problems by Writing and Solving Single Variable Equations

1.13 Find Perimeter and Area of Squares and Rectangles Using Formulas

1.14 Use the Formula for Distance to Find Distance, Rate and Time

1.15 Understand the Problem Solving Plan

1.16 Solve Real World Problems by Using Strategies and a Plan