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Math
Unit 6
9th Grade
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Solve mathematical applications of exponential expressions.
The core standards covered in this lesson
8.EE.A.1 — Know and apply the properties of integer exponents to generate equivalent numerical expressions. For example, 3² × 3<sup>-5</sup> = 3<sup>-3</sup> = 1/3³ = 1/27.
The foundational standards covered in this lesson
6.EE.A.1 — Write and evaluate numerical expressions involving whole-number exponents.
7.EE.A.1 — Apply properties of operations as strategies to add, subtract, factor, and expand linear expressions with rational coefficients.
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This lesson reviews skills and concepts from 8.EE.1. Depending on the needs of your students, this lesson may be skipped or used in a different way. Students may need to spend time developing mastery with Criteria for Success #3, as this will be a useful tool when working with rational exponents in upcoming lessons.Â
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The area of a triangle is represented by the expression $${12^4y}$$. The base of the triangle is represented by the expression $${3x^2}$$. Write an expression that represents the height, $$h$$.
Find the value of $$n$$ that makes the equation true.
$$8^2\cdot4^n(2^2)^3=16^2\cdot(4^3)^5$$
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A sphere has a radius that is given by the expression $${{1\over2}x^3}$$. What expression represents the volume of the sphere in terms of $${\pi}$$ and $$x$$?
Determine the value of $$n$$ in the equation $$4\cdot16^n=4^{21}$$.
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Lesson 3
Lesson 5
Topic A: Exponent Rules, Expressions, and Radicals
Use exponent rules to analyze and rewrite expressions with non-negative exponents.
8.EE.A.1
Add and subtract polynomial expressions using properties of operations.
A.APR.A.1
Multiply polynomials using properties of exponents and properties of operations.
Use negative exponent rules to analyze and rewrite exponential expressions.
8.EE.A.1 A.SSE.A.2
Define rational exponents and convert between rational exponents and roots.
N.RN.A.1 N.RN.A.2
Write equivalent radical and rational exponent expressions. Identify quantities as rational or irrational.
N.RN.B.3
Simplify radical expressions.
N.RN.A.2
Multiply and divide rational exponent expressions and radical expressions.
N.RN.A.2 N.RN.B.3
Add and subtract rational exponent expressions and radical expressions.
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Topic B: Arithmetic and Geometric Sequences
Describe and analyze sequences given their recursive formulas.
F.BF.A.2 F.IF.A.2 F.IF.A.3
Write recursive formulas for sequences, including the Fibonacci sequence.
Define arithmetic and geometric sequences, and identify common ratios and common differences in sequences.
F.BF.A.2 F.LE.A.2
Write explicit rules for arithmetic sequences and translate between explicit and recursive formulas.
F.BF.A.2 F.IF.A.3 F.LE.A.2
Write explicit rules for geometric sequences and translate between explicit and recursive formulas.
Topic C: Exponential Growth and Decay
Compare rates of change in linear and exponential functions shown as equations, graphs, and situations.
A.SSE.A.1 F.IF.C.9 F.LE.A.1 F.LE.A.3
Write linear and exponential models for real-world and mathematical problems.
A.SSE.A.1 F.LE.A.1 F.LE.A.2 F.LE.B.5
Graph exponential growth functions and write exponential growth functions from graphs.
F.BF.B.3 F.IF.C.7.E
Write exponential growth functions to model financial applications, including compound interest.
F.IF.C.8.B F.LE.A.2 F.LE.B.5
Write, graph, and evaluate exponential decay functions.
F.BF.B.3 F.IF.C.7.E F.IF.C.8.B F.LE.A.1.C
Identify features of exponential decay in real-world problems.
F.IF.C.8.B F.LE.A.1.C
Solve exponential growth and exponential decay application problems.
F.IF.C.8.B F.LE.A.1 F.LE.A.2
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