Algebraic Thinking and Expressions · Algebraic Thinking

Variables and Expressions

Learning to translate verbal descriptions into mathematical expressions using letters as placeholders.

Key Questions

  1. 1How does using a variable allow us to describe a general rule for any number?
  2. 2Why must we follow a specific order of operations when evaluating expressions?
  3. 3How can different looking expressions be mathematically equivalent?

Ontario Curriculum Expectations

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

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