Equivalent Expressions

 

How can you tell if two expressions are the same?

Look at the two expressions below:

2x + 2(x + 8) and 4x + 16

They look different but they are actually the same expression.

After exploring this website, you should be able to:

  • Model situations with symbolic statements
  • Determine if different symbolic expressions are mathematically equivalent
  • Write equivalent expressions using the Distributive Property
  • Determine expressions are equivalent using a table

Go through the website using the tabs on the left hand column. Make sure to take the post test, discuss what was learned and have fun!