Using symbols and expressions to think mathematically resources

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

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

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

Students use linear equations to solve mathematical problems for money deposited and withdrawn from a bank account. They also identify parts of the related linear equation.

Students solve a number of mathematical problems about the cost of a visit to the fair using algebraic expressions provided.

Students solve mathematical problems about days off school and identify another linear equation that represents the situation.

Students solve mathematical problems involving distance, and identify parts of an algebraic expression.