When Her Students Are First Learning Algebra, Math Teacher Ruth

question 27

Multiple Choice

When her students are first learning algebra, math teacher Ruth Dibble teaches the students a series of step-by-step rules for working with algebraic equations. What is Ms. Dibble teaching her students?

• A)insight strategies
• B)algorithms
• C)heuristics
• D)natural concepts
• E)logical concepts

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