Engaging Mathematics:
Grade 8 TEKS-Based Activities
Student Name: ________________________________________ Date: ________________
Equation Match
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Cut apart the Equation Cards.
Match the correct equation to each problem situation and determine whether the match
illustrates a proportional or non-proportional relationship.
Attach your matches in the appropriate column below.
Proportional Relationships
Non-Proportional Relationships
Communicating About Mathematics
Describe a strategy you used to determine the placement of your matches.
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Engaging Mathematics:
Grade 8 TEKS-Based Activities
Equation Cards
Cut along the dotted lines.
y
2
x
5
y  2x  5
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y  5x  2
y  2x
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fee of $5.00 plus $2.00 for any
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channel can safely transport
approximately 2 large cargo
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the Houston Art Museum. The
cost of admission was $2.00
per student.
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