Final Practice 5/19

5th grade ixl - O.4 (This is basic review for Order of Operations)

8th grade ixl - C.8

6th grade ixl - HH.1

Chapter 9 - What to Study

Wednesday we will take our Chapter 9 test. Just like on our practice test, this test will include three major points of study:

Solving equations (don't forget integer rules!)

When solving an equation, perform the opposite operation to both sides of the equation to isolate the variable. If you're solving a two-step equation, add or subtract first; then, multiply or divide to isolate the variable. You can always plug your answer back in to the original equation to check and see if the two sides balance out.

Function Tables

Plug in the values for "x" to solve for "y." Remember your integer rules here as well. Look for a pattern if you are asked to find the function rule (in other words, how are we getting from x to y?).

Graphing Coordinates

For some function tables, you will be asked to graph your (x,y) values as coordinates. Don't forget - walk into the building (right to left) before taking the elevator (up and down). 

Reminder

Don't forget to study tonight for your equations quiz tomorrow. It will include solving addition and subtraction equations.

IXL skills for practice during our impending snowstorm!

6th Grade, Z.6 - Solve one-step equations with whole numbers (this will include multiplying and dividing, which we have not yet covered; just do your best on the addition/subtraction equations)

6th Grade, O.10 - Integer Review

Homework Update

Hello all! As stated in class today, you will have a word problem or two every night for homework. (Effort grade) We will review the problem in class the next day. A similar problem will appear on a drill sometime that week. Please be sure to record the problem correctly in class when it is assigned.

Integer Practice

IXL Module for Integer Operations Practice

6th grade Math - 0.10 (covers all operations)

Quiz Tomorrow!

Please study all your integer rules for addition and subtraction - your quiz is tomorrow. Remember:

When adding two negatives, just add like normal and keep the sign.

When adding numbers with two different signs, do "integer wars."

When subtracting, use the KFC method to turn the problem into an addition problem, and then follow the corresponding procedure above.

Subtracting Integers

Scared of subtraction involving negative integers? Don't be - remember, it's just addition in disguise!

The rule for subtraction is:

Add the OpPoSiTe!


Who likes fried chicken? It's one of my all-time favorites. :)

Img: thebittenword.com

So... what does fried chicken have to do with subtracting integers? Check out this cool chart from passyworldofmathematics.com:


Then, solve your problem as an addition problem. Here are a few examples:

-5 - 3 = ?
-5 + (-3) = -8  ---> Both numbers are the same sign, so we can add like normal and keep the sign.

7 - (-2) = ?
7 + 2 = 9   ---> Again, both numbers are the same sign, so we can add like normal and keep the sign.

4 - 8 = ?
4 + (-8) = ?  ---> Now we've got addition with two different signs, so remember to use your absolute values!
The absolute values are 4 and 8. The difference between 4 and 8 is 4. Now, is it negative or positive? Look at the original number that had the greatest absolute value: -8. Since it's negative, we know the answer is -4.

If you are self-checking subtraction of integers tonight, here are the answers to the Quick Checks from 1-6 (pgs. 30 & 31):

1) a. -5
    b. -1
    c. -3

2) a. -4
    b. -6
    c. 5

3) a. 35
    b. -106
    c. -46

HaPpY SuBtRaCtInG!

Study Guide

Greetings, Mathlings! Here's a very quick, to-the-point study guide for your assessment on Tuesday. The test will cover all fractions operations. Some quick rules to remember:

Adding fractions:

- Make sure the fractions have like denominators before you add. This can be done by finding the LCD or  by using the butterfly method. 

- Once the fractions have the same denominator, add the numerators and keep the denominator the same. Then, simplify if necessary. 

- If one of the numbers is a mixed number, add the whole numbers separately from the fractions, and then combine. 

Subtracting fractions:

- Again, make sure the fractions have like denominators before you subtract This can be done by finding the LCD or  by using the butterfly method. 

- Once the fractions have the same denominator, subtract the numerators and keep the denominator the same. Then, simplify if necessary. 

- If one of the numbers is a mixed number, subtract the whole numbers separately from the fractions, and then combine. 

Multiplying fractions:

- Multiply straight across - the numerators and the denominators. 

- You may simplify before you multiply OR after. 

- If one of the numbers is a mixed number, first convert it to an improper fraction before you multiply. 

Dividing fractions:

- Keep, flip, change:

1. Keep the first fraction the same. 

2. Flip the operation to multiplication instead of division. 

3. Change the second fraction to its reciprocal. 

- After KFC, use the method for multiplication. 

Hehehe

Just a reminder that tomorrow you'll be taking a very quick open-note quiz on multiplying fractions/mixed numbers. A few things to remember:

- Multiply the numerators and denominators, and then simplify
- You may simplify before you multiply if you choose
- To multiply with a mixed number, first change the mixed number to an improper fraction; then, multiply

Side note, this is probably my favorite photobomb of all time:

Merry Christmas!!!

I hope you all have a wonderful time with family this holiday! Merry Christmas!

<3, Ms. J & Bucky

Quiz Tomorrow!

Hello mathlings! This is just a reminder that tomorrow's quiz is going to include the following concepts:

Greatest Common Factor (GCF)

Least Common Multiple (LCM)

Equivalent Fractions

Simplest Form

Comparing and Ordering Fractions

Please study your notes tonight. You will need to use prime factorization to find both the GCF and LCM for some of the problems. A few reminders:

* When finding the GCF through prime factorization, the common factor that "matches" MUST be found in ALL of the numbers you are breaking down.

* When finding the LCM through prime factorization, the common factor that "matches" needs only to be found in TWO of the numbers you are breaking down to be considered a match and used once. It does not need to be found in all of the numbers you're breaking down.

* In order to compare and order fractions, all of the fractions must have the same denominator. Then, compare using the numerators. In order to change the fractions to equivalent fractions with the same denominator:

1. Find the Least Common Denominator (LCD).
2. Change the fractions to equivalent fractions using the LCD.
3. Ask: How could I get from my original denominator to the new denominator? Then, multiply the numerator by whatever you would multiply the denominator.

Again, please, please, please study your notes! We take them for a reason :) Good luck and happy studying!

Infographic

Here's a great infographic from Long Beach Unified School District that illustrates how to turn a mixed number into an improper fraction:

Circumference Visuals

Hey everyone! We will be reviewing circumference tomorrow. Here are some visuals for study (source: WikiHow):

Dividing Decimals by Decimals help

Study for quiz on Monday - decimals divided by decimals. This is a great link:

http://www.coolmath.com/prealgebra/02-decimals/10-decimals-dividing-by-decimal-01

Also, look through your notes and through chapter 4 in the text. Look over the assignment we did on Wednesday and the notes you took during review on Thursday. There will not be retakes for this quiz.

Dividing Decimals by Decimals

Hello all! I just wanted to say thanks again to Khamal for teaching us the lattice method for multiplication today. Khamal, you did an AMAZING job!

Tomorrow we return to dividing decimals by decimals. Just like for last night's homework, remember to move the outside decimal all the way to the right in order to make it a whole number (then, don't forget to move the decimal on the inside the same # of times!). We'll be doing a set of ten questions in class that I will collect as an assessment. You will be able to use your notes.

Dividing Decimals Practice

http://www.coolmath.com/prealgebra/02-decimals/decimals-cruncher/division

Quiz Monday!

Hello all! Monday we'll be taking a quiz on adding and subtracting decimals. Tomorrow we'll review by playing a team game in class. You guys did well today!

Glencoe Online

Greetings Mathlings! Here is the link for all of the awesome Glencoe extras we can use online:

http://www.glencoe.com/sec/math/msmath/mac04/course1/self_check_quiz/index.php/

Welcome Back!

WOW, guys! Is it really that time already?! I'm looking forward to seeing some familiar faces and to meeting new ones. It's going to be a great year! Stay tuned for details coming soon regarding how to check this blog for homework assignments, upcoming projects, and fun stuff we'll be doing in class. :) I hope everyone had a wonderful summer and can't wait to catch up with all of you tomorrow!!!