Activity

Getting One Solution – A Linear Equation

Teaching students who are blind or visually impaired to solve simple algebraic linear equations.

Student will solve simple algebraic equations with one variable using addition and subtraction

If a computer is available further practice can be found at http://www.ixl.com/math/grade-8

 

x + 6 = 14 

    – 6 = -6

__________

x       = 8

Solution 

x   + 6 = -3

       -6 = -6

_________

x         = -9

One step equations worksheet

linear equation collage


 

Formatting the work is very important.  As the student progresses through Algebra and solving more complicated problems it is essential that they are organized and can retrace steps taken in solving the problem.  If you spend added time on formatting it is well worth it for the future.  

By Susan LoFranco

Attached File(s)

https://www.perkins.org/sites/elearning.perkinsdev1.org/files/one%20step%20equations.doc

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