Visualizing Algebraic Equations Using a Balance Beam
Build a model of an equation and see the connection between the model and the solution steps in this activity.
Putting It All Together
Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.
These equations are often called "two-step equations". Why do you think that is true?
What strategies would you use to solve the equation ?
Why does the balance tip when the equation is incorrect?
What does it mean for the balance to be “equal”? How does that connect to solving the equation?