HSPT Math

An engaging course covering all the essential math concepts tested on the HSPT exam, with real-world applications and problem-solving strategies.

Basic Concepts

Algebraic Thinking

Using Variables to Solve Problems

Algebra is all about finding unknowns! You’ll use letters (like \(x\)) to represent numbers and set up equations to solve puzzles.

What You’ll Do

  • Solve for unknowns in simple equations
  • Use properties of operations (distributive, associative, commutative)
  • Substitute values for variables

Where It’s Used

Algebra helps you make predictions and solve problems, from figuring out how many movie tickets you can buy with your allowance to understanding science formulas.

Examples

  • If you have $20 and movie tickets cost $5 each, solve \(5x = 20\) to find out how many friends you can invite.

  • If \(x + 7 = 12\), then \(x = 5\).

In a Nutshell

Turn real-life problems into math puzzles and solve for the unknown!

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