Linear equations resources

Students calculate the repair charges of two different garages, graph them, and explain the results.

Students interpret and graph linear equations of monthly charges for Internet access.

Students interpret a table about the amount of money raised for a run-a-thon, and graph the points represented.

Students solve a number of mathematical problems for practical situations involving total amounts, age and time.

Students solve algebraic problems about people's ages using information given.

Students use given information to solve a story problem about paper deliveries and identify the correct algebraic equation for the answer. They also write an algebraic equation for a similar story problem.

Students solve puzzles by determining the unknown number from each set of statements.

Students select from a range of given numbers to complete a 4 x 4 'addition number square' with given row and column totals.

Students calculate the number of different coins in a given amount of money.

Students describe a variable in a linear equation, solve the equation, and complete a second equation relating to weights.

Students continue two number patterns of diamonds in a sequential pattern, state the general rule for the number sequences and use the rule to find the pattern number with a given number of diamonds.

Students complete equations that give the rule for the general term for a number of spatial patterns.

Students use tables, graphs, and equations to find the break-even point for two companies who charge for postage according to different rules.

Students write and solve linear equations for story problems related to a school dance.

Students complete a table to show a fitness plan pattern, finish a equation to describe the relationship, and answer questions to demonstrate their understanding of the pattern.

Students explain the variables in a linear equation involving speed and distance. They then solve the equation by substitution.

Students solve mathematical problems and identify the linear equation that represents the situation.

Students interpret a graph of taxi company charges to show which company is cheaper and complete a rule for each company's charges. They also identify the distance at which each company charges the same amount.

Students work out the correct answers to arithmetic problems given an incorrect solution.

Students compare the costs of printing a school magazine at two different companies.

Students write and solve linear equations to describe cooking times.

Students solve and write simple linear equations about the number of balls in a cylinder.

Students identify the different parts of algebraic expressions for the cost of repairing televisions.

Students write and solve equations for story problems describing practical situations.

Students use substitution to calculate the cost and length of time taken to repair washing machines, and formulate and solve a related linear equation.