Using Formulas Problem Solving
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Using Formulas Problem Solving
🎯 WALT (We Are Learning To)
Today we are learning to:
- Recognise and use variables to represent everyday formulas algebraically
- Substitute numerical values into formulas to solve practical problems
- Apply formulas to real-world contexts familiar to students
✅ Success Criteria
I will be successful when I can:
- Accurately recognise variables within a range of formulas
- Correctly substitute numbers into formulas and calculate the unknown
- Solve practical problems using formulas independently
- Explain my working clearly
📚 Part 1: Formula Recognition
Circle the variables in this formula:
🧮 Part 2: Substitution and Problem Solving
Show your substitution: A = _____ × _____
Calculate: A = _______ square metres
Substitute the values: S = _____ ÷ _____
Tom's average speed = _______ kilometres per hour
Show your working:
The pool can hold _______ cubic metres of water.
Substitute: P = $_____ × _____ hours
Jake earns $_______ for 6 hours of work.
Show your substitution and calculation:
The circumference is _______ centimetres.
💭 Part 3: Reflection
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