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Bill Nye's Solving for X

Pre-Algebra (#101)

This program covers Infinite Fractions, Exponents, Signed Numbers, and Proportional Reasoning. [20 minutes] TV-Y Closed Captioning

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Information For Teachers

Grade Levels
6-8, 9-12
Curricular Areas
Math
Series Length
2 episodes
Average Episode Length
18 minutes
Record Rights
Record and retain for 1 year from each broadcast. No duplication allowed.

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Series Description: In this original, all-new series, Bill teaches algebraic principles such as fractions, exponents, and proportions in colorful and unexpected ways. By using Bill Nye’s exciting conceptual approach to learning key mathematic principles, kids everywhere can discover how algebra relates to the world around us. Solving For X has never been easier!

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