Algebra Geek Patrol The Pocket Protectors of Algebra

My name is Buck Einstein, but you can call me Buck. Hello!

It’s that we on the Algebra Geek Patrol are… well…different. I have a secret to tell you. What is it? You might even say that we are the opposite of everyone else.

When you worry about what you wear, We worry about having our Pocket Protectors.

When you worry that you won’t meet your friends, We worry that we won’t have our calculators.

We are just a little bit opposite. That may be why we are so good at Algebra, because that is all Algebra is… …doing the opposite.

For example, what do you think of as the opposite of word below. Pick my nose to continue Old = ______New

Think of some words that are opposites. Up = __________ Out = __________ Small = __________ Stinky = __________

Some possible answers are… Up = __________ Out = __________ Small = __________ Stinky = __________ Down In Big Fragrant (or non-stinky)

Now another set. Make sure to write your answers on your paper, and when you are finished click on me. Add = __________ Subtract = __________ Multiply = __________ Divide = __________

Your answers should have been… Add = __________ Subtract = __________ Multiply = __________ Divide = __________ Subtract Add Divide Multiply

One last set. Make sure to write your answers on your paper, and when you are finished click on me. + = __________ - = __________ x = __________ ÷ = __________

Your answers should have been… + = __________ - = __________ x = __________ ÷ = __________ - + ÷ x

Congratulations! You just did some ALGEBRA Scary, isn’t it!

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol Now you are going to work on solving some Algebra problems. Don’t be afraid of the A-word (Algebra). Remember, it is all about being opposite.

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol You will complete 5 sections. After each section you will be awarded a Geek Pen to put in your Pocket Protector.

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol When you fill up the pocket protector, you can print out your Official Algebra Geek Certificate, which will make you a certified Algebra Geek. Geek Luck!

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations X + 3 = 17 Click on the answer below that is the opposite of add 3. Add 3 Subtract 3 Multiply 3 Divide 3

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations Close, but that’s not quite it. Remember, we are looking for the opposite of add 3. Click on Buck and give it another try.

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations Good Job! The correct answer is subtract 3. Write the answer on your paper, next to the original problem, and then click on Buck.

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations 4x = 20 Click on the answer below that is the opposite of multiply by 4. Add 4 Subtract 4 Multiply by 4 Divide by 4

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations No, not really. Remember, we are looking for the opposite of multiply by 4. Click on Buck and give it another try.

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations Nice! You’re halfway to your first Geek Pen. The correct answer is divide by 4. Write the answer on your paper next to the original problem, and then click on Buck.

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations x5x5 Click on the answer below that is the opposite of divide by 5. Add 5 Subtract 5 Multiply by 5 Divide by 5 = 10

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations Uhh, in a word, no. Remember, we are looking for the opposite of divide by 5. Click on Buck and give it another try.

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations Good! Are you sure you’re not a Geek? The correct answer is multiply by 5. Write the answer on your paper next to the original problem, and then click on Buck.

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations Click on the answer below that is the opposite of x 7 ÷ 7 X – 7 = 8

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations Almost Remember, we are looking for the opposite of - 7. Click on Buck and give it another try.

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations Congratulations! The correct answer is + 7. Write the answer on your paper next to the original problem, and then click on Buck. And here is your first Geek Pen Algebra Geek Patrol

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol Alright, now you are going to actually solve some problems. This is nothing to be worried about, just remember one word… Opposite! Geek Luck!

1 One Step Equations Click on the answer below that is the opposite of x 5 ÷ 5 X + 5 = 13 Algebra Geek Patrol

1 One Step Equations C’mon, You know this. Remember, we are looking for the opposite of + 5. Click on Buck and give it another try. Algebra Geek Patrol

1 One Step Equations Good! Algebra Geek Patrol X + 5 = _________ X =8

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol Congratulations, You just completed your first Algebra problem. See it wasn’t that bad. Now let’s try another.

2 One Step Equations Click on the answer below that is the opposite of x 9 ÷ 9 X + 9 = 15 Algebra Geek Patrol

2 One Step Equations Umm, I don’t think so. Remember, we are looking for the opposite of + 9. Click on Buck and give it another try. Algebra Geek Patrol

2 One Step Equations Nice Job! Algebra Geek Patrol X + 9 = _________ X =6

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol Congratulations Again, Now let’s try one last problem.

Go ahead and give it a try! 3 One Step Equations X + 7 = 9 Algebra Geek Patrol This time you are going to work the problem on your paper first and then we will go through it. Are you sure you are done? Check your answer before moving on. No one will know but you and me.

3 One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol X + 7 = _________ X =2 First, put the opposite on both sides. Second, cancel out one side. Third, combine the other side.

Algebra Geek Patrol One Step Equations Nice Work You are one pen closer to being an Official Algebra Geek Don’t worry, I won’t tell anyone.

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol This time let’s try some different types of problems. Since you have gotten so good at this, let’s skip the first part, and go straight to the problems by using the 3 steps. And remember, today’s word is… Opposite!

1 One Step Equations Click on the answer below that is the opposite of x 4 ÷ 4 X - 4 = 11 Algebra Geek Patrol

1 One Step Equations Nope, try again. Remember, we are looking for the opposite of - 4. Click on Buck and give it another try. Algebra Geek Patrol

1 One Step Equations Sweet! X - 4 = 11 _________ X =15 First, put the opposite (+4) on both sides. Second, cancel out one side. Third, combine the other side. Algebra Geek Patrol

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol Congratulations Only one problem left until another Geek Pen. Aren’t you excited?

2 One Step Equations X - 6 = 14 This time you are going to work the problem on your paper first and then we will go through it. Are you sure you are done? Check your answer before moving on. Algebra Geek Patrol Go ahead and give it a try! I won’t tell anyone. Write this problem in the box on your worksheet.

Make sure you have copied all the steps on your paper and then click on Buck. 2 One Step Equations X - 6 = 14 _________ X =20 First, put the opposite on both sides. Second, cancel out one side. Third, combine the other side. Algebra Geek Patrol

One Step Equations Jeepers! You get another Geek Pen. Algebra Geek Patrol

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol Now to something a little different, but still the same. What’s the same? The word we know and love… Opposite! Geek Luck!

1 One Step Equations Click on the answer below that is the opposite of x x 2 ÷ 2 2x = 18 Algebra Geek Patrol Write this problem in the box on your worksheet.

1 One Step Equations Not quite. Remember, we are looking for the opposite of x 2. Click on Buck and give it another try. Algebra Geek Patrol

You remember from working with fractions, what happens when one number is divided by the same number? ÷ ___ __2x 18 1 One Step Equations Yes! So, let’s put ÷ 2 on each side of the equation. 2x = _________ Another way to write ÷ 2 is with a fraction bar. Like this. This makes the left side a fraction. X = Look at the right side. All we have left is 18 divided by 2. So, what is 18 ÷ 2? 9 That just leaves X on the left side. = Algebra Geek Patrol That’s right! It cancels out.That’s right! X = 9

3 3 3x = 15 2 One Step Equations Make sure you have copied all the steps on your paper and then click on Buck. This time I am going to give you the steps, which you will need to write down, and then you will do the problem on your paper. First, put the opposite on both sides. Remember to rewrite it as a fraction. Write this on your paper, and work this part of the problem. Third, combine the other side. Don’t worry. It’s a Geek Thing. ÷ ___ __3x 15 X = = Algebra Geek Patrol Second, cancel out one side. 5 Write this problem in the box on your worksheet.

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol Congratulations, Now let’s try one last problem.

3 One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol This time you are going to work the problem on your paper first and then we will go through it. Are you sure you are done? Check your answer before moving on. Go ahead and give it a try! I’ve been sworn to secrecy. 4x = 24 Write this problem in the box on your worksheet.

___ __4x 244x = 24 3 One Step Equations First, put the opposite on both sides. Second, cancel out one side. Third, combine the other side. 4 4 X = = 6 Algebra Geek Patrol

3 One Step Equations Great! Your future’s so bright, I gotta wear shades. Actually, I already am. Algebra Geek Patrol

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol Now for the final part. Just remember Opposite, and you are done. As Always, Geek Luck!

1 One Step Equations Click on the answer below that is the opposite of ÷ x 3 ÷ 3 x3x3 = 12 Algebra Geek Patrol

1 One Step Equations Doh! Not Really. Remember, we are looking for the opposite of ÷ 3. Click on Buck and give it another try. Algebra Geek Patrol

You remember from working with fractions, what happens when one number is divided by the same number? 1 One Step Equations That’s It! So, let’s put ● 3 on each side of the equation. Remember,●means times. Now, the left side cancels out just like a fraction. X = Look at the right side. All we have left is 12 times 3. So, what is 12 times 3? 36 It cancels out. x3x3 = 12 Algebra Geek Patrol 3 3 That’s Right!

2 One Step Equations This time I am going to give you the steps, which you will need to write down, and then you will do the problem on your paper. First, put the opposite on both sides. Write this on your paper, and work this part of the problem. Third, combine the other side.Second, cancel out one side. x7x7 = 3 Algebra Geek Patrol 7 x x 7 X = 21 Write this problem in the box on your worksheet.

One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol And Now…. THE LAST PROBLEM!

3 One Step Equations Algebra Geek Patrol This time you are going to work the problem on your paper first and then we will go through it. Are you sure you are done? Check your answer before moving on. Go ahead and give it a try! I can’t tell anyone. I don’t even have a mouth. x5x5 = 6 Write this problem in the box on your worksheet.

5 x 3 One Step Equations First, put the opposite on both sides. Second, cancel out one side. Third, combine the other side. x5x5 = 6x 5 X =30 Algebra Geek Patrol

One Step Equations You’re a GEEK! I’m so happy, I could cry Congratulations! Algebra Geek Patrol

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