Algebra

Algebra

Numeracy - Algebra - Pre Tasks - Monday 7th August 2017

The Table Problem

Funky Furniture sells tables that can be joined together for large meetings. Tables and chairs are set up this way.

If a line of 24 tables is set out like this, how many chairs will be needed? Can you give a rule for the number of chairs needed for any given number of tables?

The Fish Problem

With 26 matchsticks, you can make 4 fish in this pattern.

How many fish can you make with 140 matchsticks?

Write an equation that gives the rule for the number of matchsticks you need for a given number of fish.

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Book 2

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Maths Warm up

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Numeracy - Measurement 

How can you measure an orange? 

In your groups brainstorm different attributes of the orange that you could measure.

Today's Tasks

1. Select one of the attributes to measure.

2. How are you going to measure your selected attribute?

3. Write up a proposal for your investigation, including details on:

- Attribute being measured

- Equipment required

- Method (step by step)

- How you will present your results

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Otago Maths - Problem Solving

Use your problem solving strategies to solve the problem below:

Extension:

Reword this problem to put it into another setting, and write your own similar problem. Swap your problem with someone else in your class.

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Inquiry Cycle

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Interactive

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Mathematics Entry

WALT - Communicate a mathematics strategy clearly

To do:

1. Write the problem out

2. Name the strategy

3. Show your working out

4. Write a reflection on your learning
-Why was this strategy useful
-What challenges did you face?