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This is a 2-Day Lesson. This would take place towards the end of a unit involving the Pythagorean Theorem. Day 1: Arrange students in groups (8 groups, about 3 students per group). There are 8 challenging problems that all involve the Pythagorean Theorem, as well as other previous knowledge. Give the students 1 class period to work with their groups on all 8 problems. Alert the students early on that each group will present one problem on the board tomorrow. (Group #1 will present problem 1, Gro

This worksheet introduces the process of defining variables, writing expressions, and identifying equivalent expressions. Constantly using a real-life scenario. Students will enjoy the challenge of writing an expression to represent each situation. Two students could have different looking expressions and they could both be correct. Students can complete pages 1-3 on their own, or the teacher can guide them. Good class discussions can occur when discussing how to define a variable, and how to pr