Unit 5: Algebraic Reasoning

Unit 5 Learning Targets:

• I can evaluate expressions.
• I can translate words into expressions.
• I can evaluate expressions, equations and inequalities.
• I can determine if a given value is a solution to an equation.
• I can solve 1-step equations using addition and subtraction while maintaining equality.
• I can solve 1-step equations using multiplication and division while maintaining equality.

MN State Standards*:

• 6.2.1.1 Understand that a variable can be used to represent a quantity that can change, often in relationship to another changing quantity. Use variables in various context.
• 6.2.3.1 Represent real-world or mathematical situations using equations and inequalities involving variables and positive rational numbers.
• 6.2.3.2 Solve equations involving positive rational numbers using number sense, properties of arithmetic and the idea of maintaining equality on both sides of the equation. Interpret a solution in the original context and assess the reasonableness of results.

*High Priority Benchmarks are BOLDED