1. Solving Linear
Equations
Martin-Gay
Section 2.2

2. The Golden Rule of Algebra
Do unto one side the
same as you do unto
the other side

3. My Steps for solving Equations
1.Distribute
2.Combine “like” terms
3.Add or Subtract using the Golden Rule
4.Divide using the Golden Rule
5.Check your answer

4. Homework Slide
Solving Equations by Adding on both sides
Watch the video and copy the example in
your notes:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7HmMXXUW5Q

5. Group Work – Part I

6. Homework Slide
Solving Equations by Dividing on both sides
Watch the two videos and copy the
examples in your notes:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eLE5BeDlW1U
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gfSmsxFpFXk&fe
ature=endscreen&NR=1

7. Group Work – Part II
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8. Homework Slide 5
Variables on Both Sides of the Equal Sign
Watch the video and copy the example in
your notes:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GYLc1
UBv6r4

9. Homework Slide 6
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10. Homework
Exercise Set page 128
#7, 19, 21, 22, 29, 31, 33, 35, 49-63odd, 67, 69, 71, 73
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