Math Study Guide

Book: Algebra Structure and Method Book 1

Houghton Mifflin Company

Ch.3 Solving Equations and Problems

Transforming Equations

3- 1 Transforming Equations:  Addition and Subtraction
Overview:  To solve equations using addition or subtraction.
    Assignment:  Written Exercise 1-60 (odd) ______   
3-2 Transforming Equations:  Multiplication and Division
    Overview:  To solve equations using multiplication or division.
Assignment:  Written Exercise 1-52 (odd)
3-3 Using Several Transformations
Overview:  To solve equations by using more than one transformation.
Assignment:  Written Exercise 1-60 (odd)

Solving Problems

3-4 Using Equations to Solve Problems
Overview:  To use the five-step plan to solve word problems.
Assignment:  Written Exercise 1-33 (odd)
3-5 Equations with the Variable on Both Sides
Overview:  To solve equations with the variable on both sides.
Assignment:  Written Exercise 1-48 (odd)

Extending your Problem Solving Skills

3-6 Problem Solving: Using Charts
Overview:  To organize the facts of a problem in a chart.
Assignment:  Problems 1- 20 (odd)
3-7 Cost, Income, and Value Problems
Overview:  To solve problems involving cost, income and value.
Assignment:  Problems 1-18 (odd)
3-8 Proof in Algebra
Overview:  To prove statements in algebra.
Assignment: Written Exercise 1-11 (odd)
Chapter Review
Chapter Test