Friday, October 18, 2013: 12:30 PM-1:30 PM
Johnson (Hilton)
Lead Speaker:
Amber Powell
Students completed a fifteen-problem test of different types of linear equations appropriate for eighth graders according to the state and national standards. Students were not allowed to use a calculator. The results indicated that problems containing negative numbers and terms moved to the opposite side of the equals sign were incorrect most frequently.
Presentation Format: Research Session
Grade Band Audience: 6 to 8, 9 to 12