Algebraic Thinking and Expressions · Algebraic Thinking

Solving One Step Equations

Using inverse operations to isolate a variable and solve simple equations.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does the concept of a balance scale relate to solving an equation?
  2. 2Why do we use inverse operations to isolate a variable?
  3. 3How can we verify that our solution to an equation is correct?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

ON: Algebra - Grade 6
Grade: Grade 6
Subject: Mathematics
Unit: Algebraic Thinking and Expressions
Period: Algebraic Thinking

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