Matrix Project

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Taught by capooty
  • Currently 2.0/5 Stars.
3683 views | 3 ratings
Lesson Summary:

In this lesson, we explore an exciting and creative way to solve a matrix equation using a Texas Instrument Calculator. The Matrix Project, which won our TI Video Contest, showcases the use of a calculator to solve a system equation in an engaging way. By watching this video, students will be able to learn how to solve a matrix equation and understand the importance of using calculators to make math more interesting and fun.

Lesson Description:

A winner of our TI Video Contest!
A movie project using a Texas Instrument Calculator to solve a matrix equation.

Questions answered by this video:
  • What are some methods for solving systems of equations?
  • How can you solve systems of equations with a matrix equation?
  • How do you solve systems of equations on a graphing calculator?
  • How can you solve the system 2x + 5y = 19 and 3x + 2y = 1 using matrices?
  • Is there an easier way to solve systems of equations than by using substitution, elimination, Cramer's Rule, or graphing?
  • What is the matrix equation for solving systems of equations?
  • Staff Review

    • Currently 4.0/5 Stars.
    This video is a brilliant introduction to using the Matrix Equation to solve systems of equations more quickly and more easily than substitution, elimination, Cramer's Rule, and graphing. This video is fun, informative, and very well-done.
  • CantuMath

    • Currently 1.0/5 Stars.
    This video is more like a commercial not a teaching video.
  • ursailr

    • Currently 3.0/5 Stars.
    A very creative advertisement for the different methods of solving equations. However, I agree with CantuMath. It didn't really teach me how to actually use the Matrix Equation or show me exactly how to actually use my calculator.