Algebraic Expressions

7th GradeMath78 min

aligned to Common Core 7.ee.4

Learning Objective

I can write and evaluate algebraic expressions

Lesson Flow

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13 min

Writing Algebraic Expressions | Writing Expressions with Variables | Math with Mr. J

Math with Mr. J

Guided Notes

16 min

Key concepts students will learn:

  • A variable is a letter that represents a value we do not yet know.

  • Product means the answer to a multiplication problem, while sum means the answer to an addition problem.

  • When an expression says 'less than,' we switch the order of the values.

Practice

23 min

12 questions • Multiple choice & Short answer

Exit Ticket

5 min

Write an algebraic expression for '12 times the sum of a number z and 4'.

Teacher Guide

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