Math6-8
Decomposing Integer Expressions
By Jessica V.
This 1-page practice set helps 7th graders understand how to decompose integer expressions using the additive inverse. It includes practice problems and scaffolding to support students as they build this foundational algebraic skill.
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Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this 1-page practice set as a warm-up, a short independent practice activity, or a homework assignment.
- Discussion question: How does understanding the additive inverse help you simplify expressions?
- Scaffold for struggling learners: Encourage students to rewrite subtraction as adding the opposite before decomposing.
- Extension for advanced learners: Ask students to create their own integer expressions that require decomposing using the additive inverse to simplify.
- Estimated time: 15-20 minutes.
Math6-8
Decomposing Integer Expressions
By Jessica V.
This 1-page practice set helps 7th graders understand how to decompose integer expressions using the additive inverse. It includes practice problems and scaffolding to support students as they build this foundational algebraic skill.
Customize for your classroom
Teacher Guide & Tips
- Use this 1-page practice set as a warm-up, a short independent practice activity, or a homework assignment.
- Discussion question: How does understanding the additive inverse help you simplify expressions?
- Scaffold for struggling learners: Encourage students to rewrite subtraction as adding the opposite before decomposing.
- Extension for advanced learners: Ask students to create their own integer expressions that require decomposing using the additive inverse to simplify.
- Estimated time: 15-20 minutes.