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Solving Systems of Linear Equations With Context
Previously, the Counting Candy 3 Act Math Task that had students problem solving with fractions to determine how many candies each of four people should receive given the number of candies in 2/3 of the container. The Sequel extends this idea and asks students to determine how many of each colour are there using a system of linear equations.
While the original Counting Candy task may seem below the level of students who are expected to solve a system of equations, but I’d recommend doing the original task to add to the development of the question.
Act 1: Introducing the Problem
Act 2: Releasing Information
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Act 2 – Solving a Single Linear Equation Version
Not solving systems? Use this version for a single linear equation.
Supporting image for Single Linear Equation
Act 3: Watch the Solution
Act 3 – Solving a Single Linear Equation Version
Not solving systems? Use this version for a single linear equation.
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