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Polynomials and Factoring
Learners classify, add, subtract, and factor polynomials. For this polynomials lesson, students classify polynomials by creating their own system. During a discussion, the class decides on a common system. They add and subtract...
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Multiplying Binomials
In this multiplying binomials worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 32 various types of problems. First, they use the Distributive Property to find each product. Then, students use the FOIL method to find each product. In addition,...
Curated OER
Chapter 2 - Objective 2.1 Polynomials
In this polynomial learning exercise, students use the distributive property to multiply polynomials. This one-page learning exercise contains ten problems.
EngageNY
Polynomial, Rational, and Radical Relationships
This assessment pair goes way beyond simple graphing, factoring and solving polynomial equations, really forcing learners to investigate the math ideas behind the calculations. Short and to-the-point questions build on one another,...
Curated OER
Multiplying a Polynomial and a Monomial
In this algebra worksheet, students solve multiplication problems using the distributive property. There are 16 questions with an answer key.
Curated OER
Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
In this algebra activity, students are asked to add and subtract polynomials by combining like terms and using the distributive properties correctly. There are 24 questions with an answer key.
Willow Tree
Factoring Polynomials
Young mathematicians discover trees organize more than just families — they help factor, too. The instructional activity begins with factor trees and develops slowly to factoring by grouping and special patterns.
Flipped Math
Unit 9 Review: Factoring
Make it complete. Pupils work through 16 problems to review factoring. The problems consist of straight factoring of polynomial expressions, solving equations by factoring, and applying factoring to real-world problems.
Curated OER
Multiplying Binomials
In this multiplying binomials activity, students solve and complete 20 different problems. First, they multiply or distribute the first term in the first binomial times each of the terms in the second binomial. Then, students take the...
Curated OER
Similarities and Differences in Properties of Different Families of Functions - An Investigation
Exploring families of functions allows students compare and contrast properties of functions. Students discuss properties that include symmetry, max and min points, asymptotes, derivatives, etc.
Balanced Assessment
Sloppy Student I
"Does this work every time?" We've all heard it. Now learners get to explore methods to answer that question themselves. Pupils analyze a mistake that has been made with creating a formula for multiplying binomials. They then create...
Curated OER
Algebra I: Multiplying Polynomials and Factoring
Students use concrete models (algebra blocks) to demonstrate their processes for solving quadratic equations. They apply the commutative, associative, and distributive properties to simplify algebraic expressions and to solve quadratic...
West Contra Costa Unified School District
Factoring Quadratic Expressions
Factor in different strategies in a lesson for factoring quadratics. Young mathematicians first create tables and area models to factor quadratic trinomials into two binomials by guess and check. Learners then investigate how they can...
Curated OER
Factoring Trinomials
In this factoring trinomials instructional activity, 9th graders solve and complete 18 different problems that include identifying the product and sum of numbers. First, they factor the GCF from each group of numbers and complete. Then,...
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Area, Arithmetic and Algebra
Students model formulas for rectangles and squares. In this area, arithmetic and algebra instructional activity, students explore the formula for the area of squares and rectangles. They use squares to model the formula for the area...
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Solving Equations by Factoring
In this solving equations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 14 different problems by factoring. First, they determine the method they will use to solve each equation. Then, students simplify each side of the equations when...
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Interesting Properties of Cubic Functions to Discover Graphically or Numerically
Learners investigate the slope of a cubic function. They find the tangent line of the cubic function at point P, and discuss the relationship between point P and point Q, the point the tangent line intersects the cubic function. They...
Alabama Learning Exchange
"Like Terms", I Add Them
Ninth graders add and subtract polynomials. In this Algebra I lesson plan, 9th graders work practice problems as they view a PowerPoint presentation of the lesson plan. Both the horizontal and vertical methods of addition and...
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Special Products
Looking for a worksheet on special products of binomials? This one-page document includes two separate assignments on special products. Problems include multiplying binomials in the form (a+b)^2,(a-b)^2,(a + b)(a -b), as well as a few...
Texas Instruments
Exploring the Binomial Theorem
A comprehensive lesson that explores and researches Pascal's triangle and relates its properties to the Binomial Theorem through a variety of lessons. Have the class practice expanding polynomials using the theorem. A few other formulas...
Curated OER
FOILing
Pupils practice using the FOIL acronym as a procedure for multiplying two binomial expressions. FOIL occurs by multiplying the First terms, Outside terms, Inside terms and Last terms.
Curated OER
Perfect Squares and Factoring
A teacher guided lesson on perfect squares and factoring. They discuss perfect squares, observe the expansion steps for finding the product, and practice solving problems. They complete a worksheet on perfect squares and factoring.
EngageNY
Relationships Between Quantities and Reasoning with Equations and Their Graphs
Graphing all kinds of situations in one and two variables is the focus of this detailed unit of daily lessons, teaching notes, and assessments. Learners start with piece-wise functions and work their way through setting up and solving...
Virginia Department of Education
Exponents and Radicals
What is that fraction doing as an exponent? Fun math games prompt learners to practice evaluating radical expressions and expressions containing rational exponents, both in groups and individually.