Homework for Thursday, 12/16

Trans Math:  ws pg 78 - Evaluating Expressions with Integers
*Be sure to complete this worksheet exactly how we went over in class:
-- in the blank next to each equation, you need to rewrite the equation WITH the variable(s) replaced.
-- then rewrite if necessary and SOLVE below the line.
-- CIRCLE your answer.
-- you MAY use another sheet of paper for your equations and write the solution in the blank instead, but I MUST be able to see how you replaced those variables.
*Finish up any papers you would like to redo and missing assignments tonight so you can head into break a free person!
QUIZ BOWL tomorrow - invite your parents!
Due: Friday

Pre-Algebra:  Test Corrections
*Note the new format: the inequality you missed must be rewritten in the first "work" space, then the new number line in the "work" space below it.
*Retests will be given the latter half of the first week in January during ONE gruel period.  Choose your retest options wisely; you may retest up to 92%.
*POD party and Battleship tomorrow!
Due: Friday

Homework for Wednesday, 12/15

Trans Math:  Mult & Div Negs #1
*Today you received your first assignment for multiplying and dividing negative integers. 
*You are to choose any 6 rows (except "A") to complete for a total of 18 problems. 
*If you need help remembering the rules, please click on the Mo'Help button above and select "Multiplying and Dividing Negatives" from the options on that page.

*Due: Thursday

Pre-Algebra:  No math homework tonight
*Use this spare time to memorize your "Warm Fire Passage" for L.A.
*Test corrections and Battleship tomorrow!

Homework for Tuesday, 12/14

Trans Math:  Subtracting Negatives #4
*There are a lot of different versions of this assignment, so I cannot post all of them here.  If you lost yours, you will need to pick a new one up in class Wednesday.
*Hints:  first rewrite your equations if you need to, then commute and associate, then get your cowboys figured out.

*Due: Wednesday

Pre-Algebra:  Pre-test Choice
1) Solving multi-step inequalities ws
     *correct online here:  Multi-step inequalities key
2) Quizlet: two-step inequalities (this is your ONLY option in the test format)
     *turn in a copy of your test with corrections.
Mr. Kenis and I have not made up our minds about retesting, but we do know that you will not have the option of retaking this test up to 100%.  We want you to take this test seriously and set a good foundation for the coming chapters.  STUDY and practice what you need to do.  Nothing keeps you from doing the worksheet AND practicing on Quizlet...
Due: Wednesday - 5 points corrected & turned in before the test, 3 points if turned in late corrected, 3 points if turned in on time uncorrected, 1 point if late and uncorrected.

Homework for Monday, 12/13

Happy Birthday to Mr. Gacek!  (the man, not the chicken)

Trans Math: Real Life Negatives B
**NOTE!  When you get to problem #2, you will notice that the car reverses and there is no number.  Please use the number "4" for this value.**
*We talked a lot today about showing your work, so please do!
*Organize, organize, organize.
Copy of the worksheet:  Real Life Negs B
Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 158, 13 - 26
*Please include graphs where it asks you to.
Due: Tuesday
Coming this week:  Tuesday - Choice homework with corrections, Wednesday - Chapter 3.5 Test, Thursday - Test Corrections, Friday - ?

Homework for Thursday, 12/9

Trans Math:  None
*Be prepared to draw a solution to your group problem tomorrow!

Pre-Algebra:  pg 157, 25 - 34
*3.6 review of multi-step inequalities
*Don't give up on problem #34!  This is an example of how inequalities are used.  It's not enough just to be able to number crunch.

Due: Friday

Mo'Pardy Monday, Chapter 3 part 2 test Wednesday.

Homework for Wednesday, 12/8

Trans Math: Subtracting Negatives #2
*You should have received 1 of 3 assignments today that continues practice subtracting negatives.
*If you need help, please refer to the Mo'Help button and select the "How to subtract negative integers" option on that page.
*Keep track of your cowboys!!!!
*Absent?  Click here:  Subtracting Negs: more practice

Due Thursday although there is no regular math class.

*You will turn this in before your science field trip; there will be no math homework on Thursday.

Pre-Algebra:  pg 156, 13 - 24 with graphs.
*This is your review for 3.4 and 3.5.

Due Thursday

*The second half of the Chapter 3 test will be next Wednesday, December 15.

*If you know you will be gone next Wednesday, you will need to take the test BEFORE break. 

*Retests will be AFTER winter break. 

Homework for Tuesday, 12/7

Trans Math: Naming Integers ws
*Use what you know about positives and negatives to identify what these numbers would be.
*Identify both the number and whether or not it is positive or negative.  Example: +4 or -4.
Here is the worksheet:   Naming Integers ws
*Due Wednesday

Pre-Algebra: Practice ws 3.6
*Practice like crazy people and be careful!  We want to be sure you are understanding these and not just making arithmetic mistakes.
*There is also already a Quizlet option for inequalities.
*I am unable to scan and have this worksheet available online.
*We are still deciding when the test for the second half of Chapter 3 will be...
*Due Wednesday

Homework for Monday, 12/6

Trans Math: Subtracting Negatives
*Now we're looking at subtracting negatives in equations.
*A double negative means, "DON'T do THAT." (or in other words, just add!)
If you need more help with these, please go to the Mo'Help button at the top of this page and select "How to Subtract Negative Integers" from the menu on that page.
*If you were absent today, your worksheet is here:
    *Subtraction of Negatives ws
Due: Tuesday

Pre-Algebra: pg 151, 10 - 22 WITH graphs.
*Solving equations with variables on both sides.
*Be sure to do your steps in the correct order.  Your book is a good resource for this if you have questions.
*I recommend checking your answers ... but then I always do.
Due: Tuesday

Homework for Thursday, 12/2

Trans Math: Adding Negatives: Regrouping ws
*For problems 5 - 11, you MUST show the steps as given in the example: 1) regroup, 2) solve within the parentheses ONLY, then 3) rewrite & solve the equation.
*Today you do it, "My wayyyy...."
Worksheet:  Adding Negatives: Regrouping

Due: Friday

Pre-Algebra: 3.5 worksheet
*More practice with solving inequalities using multiplication/division.
*I do not have an electronic copy of this ws.

Due: Friday

Homework for Wednesday, 12/1

Trans Math:  Real Life Negs 1
*It's time to enter the "real world" of negative numbers.
*Equations are less important at this time than just answering the questions.  Think about what makes sense.
*I do not have an electronic copy of this assignment; you will need to pick one up in class.
Due: Thursday

Pre-Algebra: pg 146, 12 - 27
*Solving AND graphing inequalities
*Don't "forget" what the evil negative does when traveling in multiplication or division...
*Any problems missed on tonight's homework will require you to TEST your wrong solution in the equation before you make your corrections.  Be careful!
Due: Thursday