Texas Hold „Em
The Algebra Lab Way
Here‟s how to play…
Each group will get 2 cards (face down).
Dealer will deal (face up) cards for the groups to choose
from.
An algebra problem will be presented to the class. Once
you and your partner think you have the right answer,
bring it (paper ONLY) to the teacher to check. If the
answer is correct, you may choose a card to add to your
hand. If your answer is incorrect, return to your group
and try again.
Repeat for rounds 2 and 3. Round 4 will be played so
that the groups can “trade-in” a card to try to better their
hand.
Winner is determined by the best poker hand at the end
of the 4 rounds.
Round 1
Pencils and Paper Ready!!
Question 1A
Graph the system
y = -x + 4
-2x + y = 1
Question 1B
Graph the system
x=2
2y = 4x + 2
Question 1C
Graph the system
y=x+7
y = -4x + 2
Question 1D
Graph the system
y = -4x + 6
4x + 3y = 18
Round 2
Pencils and Paper Ready!!
Question 2A
Solve by SUBSTITUTION
y = 3x
2x – 4y = 30
Question 2B
Solve by SUBSTITUTION
y = -2x + 3
x – 3y = 12
Question 2C
Solve by SUBSTITUTION
y=x
2x + y = 3
Question 2D
Solve by SUBSTITUTION
-4x + 3y = 1
3x + y = 9
Round 3
Pencils and Paper ready…
Question 3A
Solve the system by ELIMINATION
3x + y = 4
5x – y = 12
Question 3B
Solve by ELIMINATION
3x – 2y = 14
2x + y = 7
Question 3C
Solve the system by ELIMINATION
4x – 3y = 2
2x – y = 3
Question 3D
Solve by ELIMINATION
x + 4y = 3
-x – 2y = 6