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Simultaneous Equations by Substitution

 

Students learn to solve a pair of simultaneous equations using the substitution method.

Later, as learning progresses, they set up and solve a pair of simultaneous equations to model real-life problems.

Differentiated Learning Objectives
  • All students should be able to solve a pair of equations simultaneously using the substitution method.
  • Most students should be able to change the subject of a formula to solve a pair of equations simultaneously using the substitution method.
  • Some students should be able to set up a pair of equations and use substitution methods to solve real-life problems.
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Simultaneous Equations Foundation

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