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A lesson plan for Grades 9–12 Algebra 1

Provider: National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

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Appropriate grades
9–12
Subjects
mathematics (algebra)
Provider
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

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Students discover the algorithm for solving linear programming problems and gain conceptual understanding by solving a real-world problem and using graphing calculator applications. Illuminations provides detailed instructions, handouts, and the DRTBK program for TI calculators.

Students will:

  • Understand the steps required to solve a linear programming problem.
  • Solve linear programming problems.

NCTM Standards and Expectations:

  • Use symbolic algebra to represent and explain mathematical relationships.
  • Draw reasonable conclusions about a situation being modeled.

North Carolina Curriculum Alignment

Mathematics (2004)

Grades 9–12 — Algebra 1

  • Goal 1: Number and Operations - The learner will perform operations with numbers and expressions to solve problems.
    • Objective 1.02: Use formulas and algebraic expressions, including iterative and recursive forms, to model and solve problems.
    • Objective 1.03: Model and solve problems using direct variation