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Grade 11 - Claim 1 - Target I

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Mathematics

Target I

Solve equations and inequalities in one variable

Sample Item

Grade 11

Test

Claim 1

Concepts and Procedures

Students can explain and apply mathematical concepts and carry out mathematical procedures with precision and fluency.

Grade

Grade 11

Content Domain

Algebra

Standards

REI-3REI-4REI-4aREI-4b

Standards

  • REI-3

    Solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable, including equations with coefficients represented by letters.

  • REI-4

    Solve quadratic equations in one variable.

  • REI-4a

    Use the method of completing the square to transform any quadratic equation in x into an equation of the form ${(x – p)}^{2}$ = $q$ that has the same solutions. Derive the quadratic formula from this...

  • REI-4b

    Solve quadratic equations by inspection (e.g., for x² = 49), taking square roots, completing the square, the quadratic formula and factoring, as appropriate to the initial form of the equation. Recognize when the quadratic...

Clarifications

Tasks for this target will require students to solve linear equations and inequalities in one variable and solve quadratic equations in one variable. Tasks asking students to choose the appropriate method will contribute evidence...

Range Achievement Level Descriptors

Evidence Required

  • 1

    The student solves linear equations in one variable with numeric coefficients.

  • 2

    The student solves linear inequalities in one variable with numeric coefficients.

  • 3

    The student solves linear inequalities in one variable with letter coefficients or identifies appropriate value(s) of a letter coefficient given specific information about a variable in a linear equation or inequality.

  • 4

    The student solves quadratic equations in one variable by taking square roots, completing the square, using the quadratic formula, or by factoring.

  • 5

    The student recognizes when the quadratic formula gives complex solutions (no real solutions).

  • 6

    The student writes complex solutions for the quadratic formula in the form apmbia pm bi where a and b are real numbers.

  • 7

    The student recognizes equivalent equations to given linear or quadratic equations in one variable.

Item Guidelines

Depth of Knowledge

  • M-DOK1

    Recall includes the recall of information such as fact, definition, term, or a simple procedure, as well as performing a simple algorithm or applying a formula. That is, in mathematics a one-step, well-defined, and straight algorithmic procedure should be...

  • M-DOK2

    Skill/Concept includes the engagement of some mental processing beyond a habitual response. A Level 2 assessment item requires students to make some decisions as to how to approach the problem or activity, whereas Level 1 requires students to demonstrate a...

Allowable Item Types

  • Equation/Numeric
  • Multiple Choice, single correct response

Allowable Stimulus Materials

linear equation with one variable, linear inequality with one variable, number line solution to a linear inequality, quadratic equation in one variable

Key/Construct Relevant Vocabulary

quadratic equation, square root, completing the square, quadratic formula

Allowable Tools

None

Target-Specific Attributes

quadratic formula, factoring quadratic equations, completing the square

Accessibility

Item writers should consider the following Language and Visual Element/Design guidelines [1] when developing items. Language Key Considerations: Use simple, clear, and easy-to-understand language needed to assess the construct or aid in the understanding of the...

Development Notes

None

Task Models

Task Model 1

  • Item Types

    Equation/Numeric
  • Depth of Knowledge

    M-DOK1
  • Standards

    REI-3

Target Evidence Statement

  • The student solves linear equations in one variable with numeric coefficients.

  • Allowable Tools

    None

Task Description

Prompt Features: The student is prompted to solve a linear equation in one variable. Stimulus Guidelines: The student is presented with a linear equation in one variable with rational coefficients. The solution must be rational. If the...

Stimulus

The student is presented with a one-variable, linear equation with a rational solution and rational coefficients.

Example 1

Example Stem 1: Enter the value for t that makes the given equation true.

48=t348 = t – 3

Rubric: (1 point) The student enters the correct value for the variable x (e.g., 51).

Example 2

Example Stem 2: Enter the value for x that makes the given equation true.

20x5(6x+4)=4x620x – 5\left( 6x + 4 \right) = 4x – 6

Rubric: (1 point) The student enters the correct value for the variable x (e.g., -1).