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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Factoring Polynomials Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This comprehensive study guide highlights the main terms and formulas needed to review factoring polynomials. Examples are included.
Unit Plan
Texas A&M University

Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: College Algebra: Factoring Polynomials

For Students 9th - 10th
This page includes a tutorial which teaches you how to find the Greatest Common Factor (GCF) of a polynomial, factor out the GCF of a polynomial, factor a polynomial with four terms by grouping, factor trinomials, and factor a difference...
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Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Factoring

For Teachers 9th - 10th
From pulling out the common factors of a polynomial to giving hints on how to factor a trinomial that does not have a leading coefficient of 1, a comprehensive tutorial for factoring polynomials is given as well as practice, interactive...
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Mangahigh

Mangahigh: Algebra: Solve Trinomials With 2 Terms

For Students 9th - 10th
Students learn about the concept of solving binomials by exploring a tutorial. They can then test their knowledge by taking a ten question assessment that increases in difficulty as they correctly answer questions.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Factorization of Quadratic Expressions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers factoring quadratics when the leading coefficient is not one. Students can watch a video on factoring and then practice by attempting the problems...
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Texas A&M University

Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Intermediate Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th
This site is a tutorial for students in algebra 2 or for those who need a refresher. The site has explanations, definitions, examples, practice problems and practice tests are found covering topics such as linear equations, graphing,...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Polynomials and Factoring

For Students 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Recognize and identify monomials, binomials and trinomials
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Annenberg Foundation

Annenberg Learner: The X Factor Trinomials and Algebra Tiles

For Teachers 9th - 10th
This is the first of two algebra lesson plans from Annenberg Learning. Find plans to teach students how to factor trinomials. This lesson plan is part of a larger workshop for teachers that offer insights into teaching algebra.
Handout
Oswego City School District

Regents Exam Prep Center: Factoring the Difference of Two Perfect Squares

For Students 9th - 10th
Use this site to learn the trick to factoring when the polynomial is a difference of two perfect squares. The site contains examples that are easy to follow.
Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Introduction to Some Algebra Concelpts Using Cas

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
This series of activities provides an introduction to some Algebra concelpts using CAS. The activities start with Algebra tiles and CAS. Patterning is modelled for the students so that they can construct the knowledge rather than be...
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University of Saskatchewan (Canada)

University of Saskatchewan: Algebra 1 Review

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A more advanced review of algebra concepts and practice review problems ranging from the basic rules of algebra to polynomials. A good test of readiness for higher level math courses.
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Lawrence Hall of Science

The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: The Difference of Two Squares

For Students 9th - 10th
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains factoring and multiplying a difference of two squares. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to attempt, and answers to the student problems. A set of cumulative...
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Other

Karl's Calculus Tutor: Algebra Concepts Polynomials

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site gives a brief explanation to topics that are prerequisites to studying calculus. Among these operations factoring of polynomials. Special polynomials such as conjugates and differences of squares are also mentioned.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Factoring Quadratics Intro

For Students 9th - 10th
Factor quadratics of the form x squared+bx+c. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
eBook
Math Planet

Math Planet: Algebra 1: Special Products of Polynomials

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Gain an understanding of special products of polynomials by viewing examples and a video lesson. [1:19]
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Math Medics

S.o.s. Math: Factoring and Roots of Polynomials

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This lesson describes a great number of topics. It gives examples and explains how to factor trinomials and other polynomials.
Activity
Math Medics

S.o.s. Math: Algebraic Identities

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This online tutorial contains the binomial formula and examples.
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ClassFlow

Class Flow: Factoring Trinomials

For Teachers 6th - 9th
[Free Registration/Login Required] This flipchart shows a process for factoring trinomials. It includes a partner activity and questions that can be used with the Activotes.
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Khan Academy

Khan Academy: Special Products of Binomials Intro

For Students 9th - 10th
Find perfect squares of the forms (x+a)squared and (x-a)squared, and differences of squares of the form (x+a)(x-a). Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
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Math2

Math2.org: Polynomial Identities

For Students 9th - 10th
This resource provides a list of polynomial identities, including formulas for squaring a binomial, FOILing a trinomial, factoring a difference of two squares, factoring a sum or difference of two cubes, and the Quadratic Formula.