Brian McLogan
How to write a verbal expression from an algebraic expression
π Learn how to write an algebraic expression from verbal sentence as well as writing out a sentence from a algebraic expression. To do this we need to know what words we use to express operations such as addition, multiplication,...
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Proportions
In this video lesson we will learn how to write and solve a proportion. We will use a proportion to determine if two ratios are equal. We will learn that if two ratios form a proportion there is a proportional relationship. We will solve...
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Measuring Insects (Represent decimals using the number line and equivalent fractions)
A class has to measure the insects they are observing. They find that a worm is six tenths inches long and a centipede is one and four tenths inches long. How can we represent these lengths as decimals?
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Comparison Using Benchmark Fractions
Using βBenchmarkβ fractions to compare fractions.
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How to Write a Fraction as a Decimal
In this video lesson we will learn how to interpret a fraction as division. We will discover that a fraction can be written as the numerator divided by the denominator. We will perform long division to determine the decimal equivalent to...
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Generating Equivalent Fractions Using Area Models
Generate equivalent fractions using area models and equations.
Brian McLogan
Watch me complete the unit circle
π Learn about the unit circle. A unit circle is a circle which radius is 1 and is centered at the origin in the cartesian coordinate system. To construct the unit circle we take note of the points where the unit circle intersects the x-...
Brian McLogan
Math tutorial for converting an angle from DMS form to decimal degree form
π Learn how to convert angles from DMS forms to decimal forms. DMS means Degree, Minutes, and Seconds. Minutes is represented by a single apostrophe (') while seconds is represented with double apostrophe ("). 60 seconds = 1 minute and...
Brian McLogan
Factoring a trigonometric expression
π Learn how to simplify identities by factoring. Just like in normal algebraic expressions, trigonometric identities can be simplified by factoring out the GCFs from the terms of the identities, then common trigonometric identities like...
Brian McLogan
Learn how to write an angle in decimal form to DMS form
π Learn how to convert angles from decimal forms to DMS forms. DMS means Degree, Minutes, and Seconds. Minutes is represented by a single apostrophe (') while seconds is represented with double apostrophe ("). 60 seconds = 1 minute and...
Brian McLogan
Master how to find two coterminal angles 1 positive 1 negative
Master how to find two coterminal angles 1 positive 1 negative
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Proving the Polynomial Identity
In this lesson, students will learn how to prove the polynomial identity A+B quantity squared is equal to a ^2 + 2 AB plus b ^2 using an algebraic model. Through step-by-step manipulation of the expressions on both sides of the equation,...
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Creating Equivalent Fractions Using the Identity Principle
In this video lesson, students will learn how to create equivalent fractions by applying the identity principle of multiplication and division. They will understand the concept of equivalent fractions and how to use models to represent...
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C++ 20 (2a) New Features - Returning Value of the Spaceship Operator
What are the types returned by the spaceship operator? What members do they have? How can they be converted to each other? β’ Discuss all types returned by the spaceship operator β’ Discuss the comparison against zero β’ Discuss how these...
Brian McLogan
Period as an aide with negative angles
π Learn how to evaluate trigonometric functions of a given angle. Given an angle greater than 2pi in radians, to evaluate the trigonometric functions of the given angle, we first determine the smallest positive coterminal angle of the...
Brian McLogan
Completing the square to solve a quadratic with irrational solutions
π Learn how to solve quadratic equations by completing the square. When solving a quadratic equation by completing the square, we first take the constant term to the other side of the equation and create a perfect square trinomial with...
Brian McLogan
Learn how to evaluate a number raised to a negative rational power
Learn how to evaluate numbers raised to rational powers. When given a number raised to a rational power, we take the nth root of the number where n is the number in the denominator of the rational power, then we raise the result to a...
Brian McLogan
What is the power rule of logarithms
π Learn all about the properties of logarithms. The logarithm of a number say a to the base of another number say b is a number say n which when raised as a power of b gives a. (i.e. log [base b] (a) = n means that b^n = a). The...
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How to Order Ounces & Pounds from Least to Greatest
In this short video we will answer a standardized math test question where we demonstrate how to order ounces and pounds from least to greatest. We will first review the conversion of pounds to ounces understanding that 1 pound is...
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How inductors work
If you're curious about inductors and how they work, then this is the video for you! In this video, we'll explore the basics of inductors and their role in electrical engineering.
Brian McLogan
Solving a one step equation using multiplication
π Learn how to solve one step linear equations. By one step we mean equations that take one step to solve. The one step is the inverse operation needed to isolate the variable such as addition, subtraction, division and multiplication...
Weird History
What It Was Like to Be a Civil War Soldier
The Civil War was the bloodiest in US history: more Americans perished in five years than in all other conflicts combined. What was it like to fight? Soldiers faced new technology on the field, like rifle-muskets that could cut down...
Brian McLogan
How to determine equivalent ratios
π Learn all about multiplying and dividing fractions. In this playlist we will explore how to multiply and divide fractions when they are represented as mixed numbers or improper fractions. We will also explore how to simplify our...
Brian McLogan
Simplify two rational expressions by adding
Learn how to add and/or subtract rational expressions. A rational expression is an expression in the form of a fraction where the numerator and/or the denominator are/is an algebraic expression. When adding or subtracting rational...