Algebra Tiles Made Easy! | Solve One - Step Equations (Addition & Subtraction) | 7.EE.B.4

In this video, Missus C introduces algebra tiles as a visual tool to solve algebraic equations. She demonstrates solving equations like X + 1 = 3, P - 5 = -2, and y + 4 = -7 using algebra tiles. The video explains how to isolate variables by adding or subtracting tiles to maintain balance in equations. Missus C also shows traditional methods for solving these equations and emphasizes the importance of checking solutions by substituting the variable with its value. The video provides a clear understanding of using algebra tiles to visualize and solve equations.

What does the green tile represent in the algebra tile method?

• The equal sign

• The number 3

• The number 1

• The variable X

How do you isolate X in the equation X + 1 = 3 using traditional methods?

• Divide both sides by 3

• Add 1 to both sides

• Subtract 1 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 2

What is the first step in solving P - 5 = -2 using algebra tiles?

• Add 2 yellow tiles to both sides

• Remove 2 red tiles from both sides

• Add 5 yellow tiles to both sides

• Add 5 red tiles to both sides

What is the solution for P in the equation P - 5 = -2?

• P = -3

• P = 5

• P = 0

• P = 3

In the equation y + 4 = -7, what do the 4 yellow tiles represent?

• The variable Y

• The number -4

• The number -7

• The number 4

How do you solve y + 4 = -7 using traditional methods?

• Multiply both sides by 4

• Subtract 4 from both sides

• Divide both sides by 4

• Add 4 to both sides

What is the final solution for Y in the equation y + 4 = -7?

• Y = -11

• Y = 11

• Y = 3

• Y = -3