Loops, Drops, and Linear Equations: The Theme Park Challenge | Part 1: Park Operations (Algebra 1)

Introduction

Become an Imagineer! In this expedition series, you will dive deep into the workings of an amusement park, leveraging algebra to solve problems from predicting ride wait times to determining hot dog prices. You'll explore how math becomes a powerful tool in operating an efficient, fun-filled theme park.

Essential Questions

• What strategies can be used to analyze and solve linear equations and inequalities?

• What information can we glean from linear equations?

• How are linear relationships observed in real data?

• Why are the outcomes of linear relationships important and informative?

Learning Objectives

• Determine the number of solutions to a linear equation.

• Represent relationships with tables and equations.

• Follow the order of operations to manipulate linear equations.

• Use appropriate strategies to solve one and two-step linear equations and inequalities, including:

• Combining like terms

• Substitution

• Order of Operations

• Evaluating graphs

• Solve compound inequalities.

• Write equations to represent real-world scenarios.