In this algebra worksheet, learners define the equations and discuss how many and what kinds of roots there will be. There are 6 questions dealing with roots, complex numbers and quadratics.

In this algebra instructional activity, students solve problems using the GCF. They factor out the common variables and simplify the equations. There are 8 questions with an answer key.

Pupils graph the factors of a quadratic as linear equations and graph the parabolic equation in factored form. Also, they investigate the relationship between the x-intercepts of the lines and the zeros of the parabola.

In this binomials worksheet, students use FOIL to find the product of binomials. This two-page worksheet contains 18 problems. Answers are provided on the last page.

In this divisibility and factors activity, students use the rules of divisibility to identify factors of a number. This two-page activity contains 26 problems. Answers are provided on the last page.

In this completing the square worksheet, students determine the value of the unknown by completing the square. This two-page worksheet contains 18 problems. Answers are provided on the last page.

In this completing the square worksheet, students solve problems by completing the square. They determine the value of the unknown in the binomial. This two-page worksheet contains 30 problems. Answers are provided on the last page.

Fifth graders use interlocking cubes to build towers to represent factors of numbers and place the towers in the appropriate places on a Tower chart in order to look for patterns. They work in partner groups, and finish by writing...

In this rational expressions worksheet, 9th graders identify and solve 20 different problems that include simplifying various types of rational expressions. First, they define and describe a rational expression and how to find its...

In this FOIL method worksheet, students multiply binomials using the FOIL method and the area model.  Students find the area of rectangles to investigate why the FOIL method works.  Worked examples are provided.

In this adding and subtracting polynomials activity, students simplify each of ten problems using a vertical format for their work and response. They first group like terms together and add them. Students then remove the parentheses and...

In this integers worksheet, students solve 10 different problems relating to integers. First, they use the roster method to write each set of even integers. Then, students use set builder notation to write the set of negative integers,...

For this multiplying polynomials worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different equations that involve multiplying various polynomials. First, they determine how many polynomials are in each problem. Then, students distribute by taking each...

In this powers worksheet, 9th graders solve 10 different equations that involve powers. They distribute when necessary and simplify each equation. Then, students add the powers in each to complete their answers.

In this algebra worksheet, students solve rational expression by factoring. They simplify the expressions using the greatest common factor. There is one detailed example of how to simplify a rational expression.

Students solve problems dealing with percents. In this algebra lesson, students convert between decimals and percents using factoring. They solve one step problems involving percents.

In this factors and zeros learning exercise, students factor given problems.  They write polynomial functions with integral coefficients.  This four-page learning exercise contains 20 problems.  Answers are provided on the...

Students participate in an activity to demonstrate the distributive property. They take notes as they observe different methods of FOIL. Afterward, students work on their own, and in groups to determine which method to use and complete...

In this distributive property worksheet, students use the distributive property to solve given equations. This one-page worksheet contains eight problems.

Young scholars explore factors and multiples. In this factors and multiples lesson, students learn the vocabulary words factor, common factor, multiple and common multiple. Young scholars view examples of each and then complete activity...

Tenth graders review algebraic methods of solving quadratic equations. Students discuss several methods of solving quadratic equations. They practice factoring and finding the roots of an equation for solving. A calculator is used to...

Pupils investigate the origin of the quadratic function. In this algebra lesson, students analyze solving an equation by completing the square. They compare the early methods as compared to our method for solving quadratics.

Avoid the trap of memorizing steps when completing the square with a resources that provides a conceptual approach to completing the square. Learners that are able to recognize a perfect square trinomial are ready to complete the...

Where did that formula come from? Lead pupils on a journey through completing the square to discover the creation of the quadratic formula. Individuals use the quadratic formula to solve quadratic equations and compare the method to...