Module 5: Solving Linear Equations

Planning a Dream Vacation

During this module, you learned how to solve linear equations and systems of linear equations using a variety of methods. You also learned that linear equations and systems of linear equations can be used to solve practical problems.

For this assignment, you will use your newly acquired knowledge about linear equations to help you plan the vacation of your dreams. You have a budget of $10,000 and can bring up to three people. You can go anywhere in the world, but you must drive or fly to your destination. In addition to travel expenses, you will need to budget for lodging, food, and experiences. Your task is to determine the longest number of days you can travel given your expenses by completing the Vacation Planning Guide.

Before you begin, access the Vacation Planning Guide Checklist to make sure that you include all of the items required for full credit.

Reflection

After you have completed the assignment above, take a moment to reflect on the following questions. Respond to each of these questions in a brief four to five sentence paragraph.

• Do you think the process of solving a literal equation is different than the process of solving a linear equation in one variable? Why or why not?
• Which method of solving a system of linear equations do you prefer to use? Why?

Once you have completed the assignment and reflection, please submit your work to the dropbox.