Balancing the Machine

Use models to solve balance problems on a space station in this interactive, math and science tutorial. 
Resource ID#: 181236 Type: Original Student Tutorial
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Subject(s): Mathematics, Science
Grade Level(s): 6, 7
Intended Audience: Students
Keywords: balance, equation, force, gravity, torque, balances, distance, mass, forces, equations, interactive, tutorial, tutorials,
Resource Collection: Original Student Tutorials Science - Grades K-8

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