Lima Beans, Paper Cups, and Algebra.

Loewen, A. C.

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ERIC Number: EJ426289

Record Type: CIJE

Publication Date: 1991

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Lima Beans, Paper Cups, and Algebra.

Loewen, A. C.

Arithmetic Teacher, v38 n8 p34-37 Apr 1991

An activity in which students use manipulative materials to help solve simple algebraic equations using the operations of adding inverses, removing opposites, and sharing equally is presented. Directions, examples, the rationale, and cautions are included. (KR)

Descriptors: Algebra, Junior High Schools, Learning Activities, Manipulative Materials, Mathematical Concepts, Mathematics Education, Mathematics Skills, Problem Solving, Secondary School Mathematics, Teaching Methods

Publication Type: Journal Articles; Guides - Classroom - Teacher

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Language: English

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