They sound alike. The look alike. But what is the difference between equations and expressions? And does it even matter? Continue Reading →
Equations vs. Expressions
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Equality and Comparison: Some Ways to Think of Equality
Equality means different things in the real world. And different things in mathematics. This is a look at equality in the real world so we can start to think about the many faces of equality in mathematics. Continue Reading →
Algebra with Stamps
I mailed thank you notes for Daughter’s birthday gifts the other day. And wouldn’t you know it, using the stamps involved algebra! Continue Reading →
Equality and Comparison: Introduction
Ready for a crazy ride through the concepts of equality, inequality and other comparisons? Jump into this series – and keep your hands and feet inside the ride at all times! Continue Reading →
How to Solve an Equation with Four Terms
Do you ever wonder why teachers start a problem the way they do? Here’s a good way to remain consistant. This is how I’ll do it on this site. Continue Reading →