Algebraic Thinking and Patterns · Algebraic Thinking

Solving for the Unknown

Developing techniques to balance equations and find the value of missing variables.

Key Questions

  1. 1How is an equation like a balanced set of scales?
  2. 2Why must we perform the same operation on both sides of an equals sign?
  3. 3What is the relationship between inverse operations and solving equations?

NCCA Curriculum Specifications

NCCA: Primary - Algebra
Class/Year: 6th Year
Subject: Mastering Mathematical Reasoning: Year 6
Unit: Algebraic Thinking and Patterns
Period: Algebraic Thinking

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