Illustrative Math Alignment: Grade 7 Unit 7

Expressions, Equations, and Inequalities

Lesson 7: Reasoning about Solving Equations (Part 1)

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Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 13	One-Variable Equations: Example 13 Topic Equations Description This example involves solving a one-variable equation that might include complex expressions, such as those with parentheses or multiple terms. The solving process may require using the distributive property to eliminate parentheses and combining like terms to simplify the equation. After simplification, standard techniques are used to isolate the variable. This example reinforces the importance of following the order of operations and checking the solution for accuracy. Mastery of these skills is essential for tackling more advanced algebraic problems.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 14	One-Variable Equations: Example 14 Topic Equations Description This example deals with solving a one-variable equation that may involve more complex algebraic expressions, such as nested parentheses or fractional coefficients. The solving process requires careful application of the distributive property and combining like terms. After simplifying the equation, inverse operations are used to isolate the variable. This example highlights the importance of precision in algebraic manipulation and the necessity of verifying solutions by substituting them back into the original equation to ensure correctness.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 15	One-Variable Equations: Example 15 Topic Equations Description This example involves solving a one-variable equation that may include complex terms or require multiple steps to simplify. The equation might involve fractions, decimals, or variables on both sides. Solving it involves using inverse operations, distributing terms, and combining like terms to isolate the variable. This type of problem helps students refine their algebraic skills and understand the importance of systematic problem-solving. Checking the solution by substituting it back into the original equation is a crucial step to ensure accuracy.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 16	One-Variable Equations: Example 16 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 17	One-Variable Equations: Example 17 Topic Equations Description This example presents a one-variable equation that may involve variables on both sides. The solving process requires moving all terms involving the variable to one side and constants to the other. This often involves using the distributive property and combining like terms. The goal is to isolate the variable and solve for its value. This type of problem helps students develop their algebraic manipulation skills and understand the importance of maintaining balance in an equation. Checking the solution by substituting it back into the original equation is crucial to ensure accuracy.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 18	One-Variable Equations: Example 18 Topic Equations Description This example involves solving a one-variable equation that might include complex expressions, such as those with parentheses or multiple terms. The solving process may require using the distributive property to eliminate parentheses and combining like terms to simplify the equation. After simplification, standard techniques are used to isolate the variable. This example reinforces the importance of following the order of operations and checking the solution for accuracy. Mastery of these skills is essential for tackling more advanced algebraic problems.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 19	One-Variable Equations: Example 19 Topic Equations Description This example deals with solving a one-variable equation that may involve more complex algebraic expressions, such as nested parentheses or fractional coefficients. The solving process requires careful application of the distributive property and combining like terms. After simplifying the equation, inverse operations are used to isolate the variable. This example highlights the importance of precision in algebraic manipulation and the necessity of verifying solutions by substituting them back into the original equation to ensure correctness.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 2	One-Variable Equations: Example 2 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 20	One-Variable Equations: Example 20 Topic Equations Description This example involves solving a one-variable equation that may include complex terms or require multiple steps to simplify. The equation might involve fractions, decimals, or variables on both sides. Solving it involves using inverse operations, distributing terms, and combining like terms to isolate the variable. This type of problem helps students refine their algebraic skills and understand the importance of systematic problem-solving. Checking the solution by substituting it back into the original equation is a crucial step to ensure accuracy.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 21	One-Variable Equations: Example 21 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 22	One-Variable Equations: Example 22 Topic Equations Description This example presents a one-variable equation that may involve variables on both sides. The solving process requires moving all terms involving the variable to one side and constants to the other. This often involves using the distributive property and combining like terms. The goal is to isolate the variable and solve for its value. This type of problem helps students develop their algebraic manipulation skills and understand the importance of maintaining balance in an equation. Checking the solution by substituting it back into the original equation is crucial to ensure accuracy.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 23	One-Variable Equations: Example 23 Topic Equations Description This example involves solving a one-variable equation that might include complex expressions, such as those with parentheses or multiple terms. The solving process may require using the distributive property to eliminate parentheses and combining like terms to simplify the equation. After simplification, standard techniques are used to isolate the variable. This example reinforces the importance of following the order of operations and checking the solution for accuracy. Mastery of these skills is essential for tackling more advanced algebraic problems.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 24	One-Variable Equations: Example 24 Topic Equations Description This example deals with solving a one-variable equation that may involve more complex algebraic expressions, such as nested parentheses or fractional coefficients. The solving process requires careful application of the distributive property and combining like terms. After simplifying the equation, inverse operations are used to isolate the variable. This example highlights the importance of precision in algebraic manipulation and the necessity of verifying solutions by substituting them back into the original equation to ensure correctness.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 25	One-Variable Equations: Example 25 Topic Equations Description This example involves solving a one-variable equation that may include complex terms or require multiple steps to simplify. The equation might involve fractions, decimals, or variables on both sides. Solving it involves using inverse operations, distributing terms, and combining like terms to isolate the variable. This type of problem helps students refine their algebraic skills and understand the importance of systematic problem-solving. Checking the solution by substituting it back into the original equation is a crucial step to ensure accuracy.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 26	One-Variable Equations: Example 26 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 27	One-Variable Equations: Example 27 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 3	One-Variable Equations: Example 3 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 4	One-Variable Equations: Example 4 Topic Equations Description This example likely demonstrates solving a more complex one-variable equation. It may involve multiple steps, such as combining like terms, using the distributive property, or dealing with fractions or decimals. The solving process typically includes isolating the variable on one side of the equation by performing inverse operations on both sides. This type of problem enhances students' algebraic manipulation skills and prepares them for more advanced equation solving. The specific solution would involve carefully following the order of operations and checking the final answer by substituting it back into the original equation.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 5	One-Variable Equations: Example 5 Topic Equations Description This example likely showcases a more challenging one-variable equation. It may involve variables on both sides of the equation, requiring students to consolidate like terms before solving. The problem might also include parentheses, necessitating the use of the distributive property. Solving this equation would involve carefully balancing operations on both sides, possibly dealing with negative numbers or fractions. This type of problem helps students develop their algebraic reasoning skills and reinforces the importance of maintaining equation balance throughout the solving process.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 6	One-Variable Equations: Example 6 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 7	One-Variable Equations: Example 7 Topic Equations Description This example presents a one-variable equation that may involve variables on both sides. The solving process requires moving all terms involving the variable to one side and constants to the other. This often involves using the distributive property and combining like terms. The goal is to isolate the variable and solve for its value. This type of problem helps students develop their algebraic manipulation skills and understand the importance of maintaining balance in an equation. Checking the solution by substituting it back into the original equation is crucial to ensure accuracy.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 8	One-Variable Equations: Example 8 Topic Equations Description This example involves solving a one-variable equation that might include complex expressions, such as those with parentheses or multiple terms. The solving process may require using the distributive property to eliminate parentheses and combining like terms to simplify the equation. After simplification, standard techniques are used to isolate the variable. This example reinforces the importance of following the order of operations and checking the solution for accuracy. Mastery of these skills is essential for tackling more advanced algebraic problems.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--One-Variable Equations: Example 9	One-Variable Equations: Example 9 Topic Equations Description This example deals with solving a one-variable equation that may involve more complex algebraic expressions, such as nested parentheses or fractional coefficients. The solving process requires careful application of the distributive property and combining like terms. After simplifying the equation, inverse operations are used to isolate the variable. This example highlights the importance of precision in algebraic manipulation and the necessity of verifying solutions by substituting them back into the original equation to ensure correctness.	Solving Multistep Equations, Solving One-Step Equations and Solving Two-Step Equations
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 1	Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 1 Topic Equations Description This example demonstrates solving equations using angle properties, specifically focusing on supplementary angles. Supplementary angles are two angles that add up to 180 degrees. In this case, we have one known angle of 135° and an unknown angle x. To solve such equations, we use the fundamental property of supplementary angles: their sum equals 180°.	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Definition of an Angle
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 10	Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 10 Topic Equations Description This example illustrates solving equations using angle properties, focusing on parallel lines cut by a transversal and supplementary angles. When parallel lines are cut by a transversal, pairs of supplementary angles are formed, meaning they sum to 180°. In this scenario, we have one known angle of 118° and an unknown angle x. However, angle y and the 118° angle are alternate exterior angles, which are congruent. This means we can set up this equation using the property of supplementary angles: 118 + x = 180	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Definition of an Angle
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 2	Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 2 Topic Equations Description This example illustrates solving equations using angle properties, focusing on supplementary angles. Supplementary angles are two angles that sum to 180 degrees. In this scenario, we have one known angle of 75° and an unknown angle x. The equation for supplementary angles is always in the form: angle1 + angle2 = 180°. Here, we can write 75 + x = 180. To solve for x, we subtract 75 from both sides: x = 180 - 75, giving us x = 105°.	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Definition of an Angle
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 3	Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 3 Topic Equations Description This example demonstrates solving equations using angle properties, specifically focusing on straight angles and vertical angles. A straight angle measures 180°, and vertical angles are always congruent. In this scenario, we have two known angles (36° and 72°) and an unknown angle x. This unknown angle x is vertical (and therefore congruent) to angle z. The angles 36, 72, and z form a straight, but since z is congruent to x, we can write the sum of this straight angle: x + 36 + 72 = 180 x = 72°	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Definition of an Angle
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 4	Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 4 Topic Equations Description This example illustrates solving equations using angle properties, focusing on straight angles and vertical angles. A straight angle measures 180°, and vertical angles are always congruent. In this scenario, we have two known angles (42° and 55°) and an unknown angle x. However, angle x is vertical (and therefore congruent) to angle y. The equation can be set up based on the fact that the sum of angles on a straight line is 180°. Thus, we have: 42 + 55 + x = 180	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Definition of an Angle
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 5	Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 5 Topic Equations Description This example demonstrates solving equations using angle properties, specifically focusing on complementary angles and the exterior angle theorem. Complementary angles are two angles that sum to 90°, while the exterior angle theorem states that an exterior angle of a triangle is equal to the sum of the two non-adjacent interior angles. In this scenario, we have a right angle (90°), an exterior angle (125°), and an unknown angle x. Using the exterior angle theorem, we can set up the equation: x + 90 = 125. To solve for x, we subtract 90 from both sides: x = 35°.	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Definition of an Angle
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 6	Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 6 Topic Equations Description This example illustrates solving equations using angle properties, focusing on an isosceles right triangle. An isosceles right triangle has a right angle (90°) and two equal angles. In this scenario, we have the right angle given, and the two unknown equal angles represented by x. The equation can be set up based on the fact that the sum of angles in a triangle is 180°. Thus, we have: 90 + x + x = 180, or simplified, 90 + 2x = 180 To solve for x, we first subtract 90 from both sides: 2x = 90. Then, dividing both sides by 2, we get: x = 45°.	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Definition of an Angle
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 7	Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 7 Topic Equations Description This example demonstrates solving equations using angle properties, specifically focusing on parallel lines cut by a transversal and same side interior angles. When parallel lines are cut by a transversal, same side interior angles are supplementary, meaning they sum to 180°. In this scenario, we have one known angle of 112° and an unknown angle x. The 112° angle is vertical to the same side interior angle paired with x. The equation can be set up as: 112 + x = 180	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Definition of an Angle
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 8	Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 8 Topic Equations Description This example illustrates solving equations using angle properties, focusing on parallel lines cut by a transversal and alternate interior angles. When parallel lines are cut by a transversal, alternate interior angles are congruent, meaning they have the same measure. In this scenario, we have one known angle of 48° and an unknown angle x. Since x and y are alternate interior angles, they are congruent. We can now use the property of supplementary angles to solve for x: x + 48 = 180 x = 132°	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Definition of an Angle
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 9	Solving Equations Using Angle Properties: Example 9 Topic Equations Description This example demonstrates solving equations using angle properties, specifically focusing on parallel lines cut by a transversal and alternate interior angles. When parallel lines are cut by a transversal, alternate interior angles are congruent, meaning they have the same measure. In this scenario, we have one known angle of 43° and an unknown angle x. However, angle x and angle y are alternate interior angles and are congruent. This means that x and teh 43° angle are same side interior angles, which are supplementary. We set up this equation:	Definition of an Angle and Applications of Equations and Inequalities
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 1	Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 1 Topic Equations Description This example focuses on solving equations using the properties of similar isosceles triangles. Isosceles triangles are characterized by having two equal sides and two equal base angles. In this case, we have two similar isosceles triangles, which means they share the same shape but may differ in size. The equation to be solved involves finding the unknown angle x, given that one of the angles is 20°. The property of vertical angles tells us that the angle vertical to the 20° angle is also 20°	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Applications of Triangles
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 10	Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 10 Topic Equations Description This example, similar to Example 9, involves solving equations using the properties of a kite and applying the exterior angle theorem. We are again given one angle of 40° and two unknown angles, y and x. The goal is to set up and solve equations to find the values of y and x using the properties of kites and the exterior angle theorem. Key properties to consider:	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Applications of Triangles
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 2	Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 2 Topic Equations Description This example explores solving equations using the properties of similar isosceles triangles, building upon the concepts introduced in Example 1. In this case, we have two similar isosceles triangles with one known angle of 70° and an unknown angle x. The goal is to determine the value of x using triangle properties and algebraic techniques.	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Applications of Triangles
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 3	Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 3 Topic Equations Description This example focuses on solving equations involving parallel lines cut by a transversal, a fundamental concept in geometry. The problem presents two parallel lines intersected by two transversals that also form a triangle. We are given that one angle measures 120° and the corresponding angle can be expressed as (y + 40)°. The goal is to determine the value of y using the properties of angles formed by parallel lines and a transversal. When parallel lines are cut by a transversal, several important angle relationships are formed:	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Applications of Triangles
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 4	Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 4 Topic Equations Description This example demonstrates solving equations using the Exterior Angle Theorem in the context of parallel lines cut by a transversal, two crucial concepts in geometry. The problem presents a triangle with two known interior angles of 80° and y, and an unknown exterior angle x°. We are also given that 80 - y = 50, which simplifies to y = 30. The goal is to determine the value of x using the properties of triangles and the Exterior Angle Theorem. The Exterior Angle Theorem states that an exterior angle of a triangle is equal to the sum of the two non-adjacent interior angles. Wo we get x = 80 + 30, or x = 110.	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Applications of Triangles
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 5	Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 5 Topic Equations Description This example focuses on solving equations involving isosceles triangles centered in a circle. The problem presents two equations: z - y = 20 and z + y = 120, where z and y represent angles in the isosceles triangles. The goal is to solve this system of equations to find the values of z and y, utilizing properties of isosceles triangles and circles.	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Applications of Triangles
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 6	Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 6 Topic Equations Description This example explores solving equations involving triangles that share a vertex at the center of a circle. We are presented with two equations: x + y = 75 and z + y = 110, where x, y, and z represent angles in the triangle The goal is to solve this system of equations to find the values of x, y, and z, utilizing properties of isosceles triangles. Since each of the triangles is isosceles, we know that z + 55 + 55 = 180 and therefore, z = 70°. We substitute this into one of the equations: 70 + y = 110 7 = 40°	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Applications of Triangles
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 7	Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 7 Topic Equations Description This example focuses on solving equations involving isosceles triangles with a common vertex and base. We are given two angles, 62° and 99°, and need to find the unknown angle x. This problem demonstrates how to use the properties of isosceles triangles and the sum of angles in a triangle to solve for an unknown angle. Key properties to consider:	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Applications of Triangles
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 8	Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 8 Topic Equations Description This example involves solving an equation using the properties of a trapezoid with an embedded parallelogram and applying the exterior angle theorem. We are given two angles, 30° and 110°, and need to find the unknown angle x. This problem demonstrates the application of multiple geometric concepts to solve a complex equation. Key properties to consider:	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Applications of Triangles
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 9	Solving Equations Using Triangle Properties: Example 9 Topic Equations Description This example focuses on solving equations using the properties of a kite and applying the exterior angle theorem. We are given one angle of 30° and two unknown angles, y and x. The goal is to set up and solve equations to find the values of y and x using the properties of kites and the exterior angle theorem. Key properties to consider:	Applications of Equations and Inequalities and Applications of Triangles
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 1	Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 1 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations and Applications of Quadrilaterals
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 10	Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 10 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations and Applications of Quadrilaterals
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 2	Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 2 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations and Applications of Quadrilaterals
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 3	Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 3 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations and Applications of Quadrilaterals
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 4	Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 4 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations and Applications of Quadrilaterals
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 5	Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 5 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations and Applications of Quadrilaterals
Math Example--Solving Equations--Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 6	Solving Equations with Angle Measures 2--Example 6 Topic Equations	Solving Multistep Equations and Applications of Quadrilaterals