Mathematics Enhanced Scope and Sequence – Algebra I
Solving Equations, Using Algebra Tiles – Jigsaw Puzzle 2
Name Date
Mathematical Procedure
Equation Tile Model Written Description of Procedure
(Algorithm)
2x + 1 = 5
1. Three negative xs and two units are the same
as 5.
2. Subtract two units from each side of the
equation.
3 Divide both sides of the equation into two
equal groups.
4. Flip both sides of the equation to make them
opposites.
5. One x is equal to one negative unit.
2x − 3 = x+2
−x −x
x−3 = 2
+3 +3
x = 5
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