Chapter 2: Linear Equations Name
Section 2: Using Algebra Date
Topics in Algebra 1 © 2001 Texas Instruments Student Worksheet 2-13
Activities
(continued)
Scoring:
Points are
based on how quickly you
solve each equation.
The game automatically
ends if four missed
equations stack up, or
you press
á
QUIT
â
to stop.
Free Fall
1. Highlight a level (silver = less difficult; gold = more difficult),
and press
b
to select it.
2. When you are ready to start, press any key.
3. Watch the equation as it falls, and quickly solve for
x
. Enter
the solution (press Ì for negative numbers), and press
b
before the equation hits bottom. If you give an incorrect
answer, the correct answer is displayed; press any key to
resume play. The incorrect equation stacks up at the bottom
of the screen, giving you less time to solve the next equation.
4. Follow your teacher’s instructions for how long to play the
activity.
5. What level did you play?
6. What was your score?