Introduction to Algebra: 1-step Function Machines

Master the use of four operations to calculate outputs, uncover rules in one-step function machines, and apply inverse operations to find inputs with this comprehensive math lesson.

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Lesson Overview

By the end of this unit, students will:

  1. Use any of the four operations to calculate the output from any given number.
  2. Find the rule in one-step function machine.
  3. Find the input by using their knowledge of inverse operations from previous years.

Curriculum Alignment: Year 6 Algebra

  • Generate and describe linear number sequences.
  • Express missing number problems algebraically.
Last updated on: February 27, 2026

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