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Distributive Property Teacher Resources
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In this beginning algebra worksheet, students simplify in five multiple choice problems using laws of exponents and the distributive property. The solutions are available by clicking on the "Check It" button found on the bottom of the page.
Reinforces the use of the distributive property for the pre-algebra or the beginning algebra pupil. Multiple choice and short answer questions test the use of the distributive property in expressions using solely numerical values or simple algebraic constructs.
The instructor illustrates how to distribute a number on the outside of a parentheses to the terms inside the parentheses. I feel like this lesson is incomplete in that she uses the rainbow arrows to show she is distributing but does the math in her head. She also stops after distributing and does not combine the like terms.
In this math worksheet, students are given 30 problems to solve involving the distributive property, variables, parentheses, and area problems. The final set of problems asks students to solve problems mentally, without writing them down, by applying the distributive property.
Looking for geometric model of polynomials? Using the model of area of the rectangle in two different ways, learners create polynomials that are represented by the lengths of the sides. They then reverse this process to grain insight into simple factoring of expressions using the GCF.
In this applying properties of multiplication to solve word problems worksheet, students use rectangles and the Distributive Property to problem solve. Students solve six problems.
Middle schoolers use the distributive property to solve problems. After listening to an illustration of the property, they take notes. Students solve problems during note taking and after class. They create their own examples of the distributive property.
Eighth graders examine the commutative, identity, associative, and distributive properties with variables. They practice solving equations using variables while identifying each property. Finally, they complete tables by adding the name of the property or the value of the variable.
Seventh graders use the commutative, identity, associative, and distributive properties. They use the properties to solve problems involving variables. Students discuss the properties and practice solving equations using the correct property.
Students apply their knowledge of distributive property to multiply polynomials, by using the FOIL Method (first, outer, inner, last).