Football

Worksheet Description

This worksheet uses American football scenarios to teach mathematical concepts, specifically focusing on absolute value expressions. Students are given various football statistics such as passing yards, interception returns, field goal accuracy, touchdown receptions, rushing yards, sacks by defense, fumbles, time of possession, pass completion rate, and points scored. For each scenario, students must determine the absolute value of the difference between two given values. The football theme provides a context that might be engaging for students who enjoy sports or are interested in sports statistics.

The worksheet’s objective is to teach students how to calculate the absolute value of differences in the context of football statistics. It reinforces the concept that absolute value represents the magnitude of a number without regard to its sign, which is useful for comparing numerical data. These exercises help students practice translating real-world differences into mathematical expressions, a key skill in algebra and data analysis. Additionally, the sports context helps students see the relevance of mathematics in everyday life and potentially increases their engagement with the subject matter.