Brian McLogan
Learn how to divide polynomials using long division
π Learn how to divide polynomials using the long division algorithm. To be able to solve a polynomial, we need to be able to get the factors and hence the zeros. To get the factors, we use the rational zeros theorem to get one of the...
Brian McLogan
To Pass Your Class You Must Know How to Divide These Polynomials
Lets cover the most popular types of problems you should expect to see regarding synthetic division with polynomials. These problems you will want to master to make sure you are set up for success to pass your class.
Brian McLogan
Given a Irrational Factor, Find All the Zeros
π Learn how to find all the zeros of a polynomial given one irrational zero. A polynomial is an expression of the form ax^n + bx^(n-1) + . . . + k, where a, b, and k are constants and the exponents are positive integers. The zeros of a...
Brian McLogan
Given One Zero or Factor Find the Remaining Zeros
π Learn how to find all the zeros of a polynomial given one irrational zero. A polynomial is an expression of the form ax^n + bx^(n-1) + . . . + k, where a, b, and k are constants and the exponents are positive integers. The zeros of a...
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KS2 Primary Maths Age 13-17 - Calculations: Written Division - Explained
SchoolOnline's Primary Maths videos are brilliant, bite-size tutorial videos delivered by examiners. Ideal for ages 9-13, they cover every key topic and sub topic covered in Maths in clear and easy to follow steps. This video looks at...
Brian McLogan
Learn how to write the equation of a parabola given vertex and a point on the graph
π Learn how to write the equation of a parabola given three points. The equation of a parabola is of the form f(x) = ax^2 + bx + c, where a, b and c are constants. Since, the equation of a parabola has 3 constants, three equations and...
Brian McLogan
Learn how to write the polynomial equation given complex zeros
π Learn how to write the equation of a polynomial when given complex zeros. Recall that a polynomial is an expression of the form ax^n + bx^(n-1) + . . . + k, where a, b, and k are constants and the exponents are positive integers. The...
Brian McLogan
Learn how to divide a polynomial by a monomial
π Learn how to divide polynomials by a monomial using the long division algorithm. A monomial is an algebraic expression with one term while a polynomial is an algebraic expression with more than one term. To divide a polynomial by a...
Brian McLogan
Learn how to use long division to divide two polynomials the easy way
π Learn how to divide polynomials by binomial divisors using the long division algorithm. A binomial is an algebraic expression having two terms. Before dividing a polynomial, it is usually important to arrange the divisor in the...
Brian McLogan
Best explanation for how to divide polynomials with long division
π Learn how to divide polynomials using the long division algorithm. To be able to solve a polynomial, we need to be able to get the factors and hence the zeros. To get the factors, we use the rational zeros theorem to get one of the...
Brian McLogan
Write the equation of a line between two points that are fractions
π Learn how to write the equation of a line given two points on the line. The equation of a line is such that its highest exponent on its variable(s) is 1. (i.e. there are no exponents on its variable(s)). There are various forms which...
Brian McLogan
How to Solve a Polynomial to a Higher Power by Raising the Power of Your Factors
π Learn how to find all the zeros of a polynomial. A polynomial is an expression of the form ax^n + bx^(n-1) + . . . + k, where a, b, and k are constants and the exponents are positive integers. The zeros of a polynomial are the values...
Brian McLogan
How to use long division to understand linear factorization and zeros
π Learn how to divide polynomials using the long division algorithm. To be able to solve a polynomial, we need to be able to get the factors and hence the zeros. To get the factors, we use the rational zeros theorem to get one of the...
Brian McLogan
When do we have an oblique, slant asymptote for a rational function
π Learn all about asymptotes of a rational function. A rational function is a function, having a variable in the denominator. An asymptote is a line that the graph of a function approaches but never touches. There are the vertical, the...
Brian McLogan
Using long division to divide
π Learn how to divide polynomials using the long division algorithm. To be able to solve a polynomial, we need to be able to get the factors and hence the zeros. To get the factors, we use the rational zeros theorem to get one of the...
Brian McLogan
When Given Two Zeros That are Complex Use Long Division to Find the Remaining Zeros
π Learn how to find all the zeros of a polynomial given one complex zero. A polynomial is an expression of the form ax^n + bx^(n-1) + . . . + k, where a, b, and k are constants and the exponents are positive integers. The zeros of a...
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Using the Divisible by 9 Rule
In this short math video we will answer a standardized math test question where we need to determine which number value is evenly divisible by 9. We will review the divisible by 9 rule and apply it to each of the answer choices. We will...
Brian McLogan
Write the equation of a line parallel to another through a point
π Learn how to write the equation of a line that is parallel to a given line. The equation of a line is such that its highest exponent on its variable(s) is 1. (i.e. there are no exponents in its variable(s)). There are various forms...
Brian McLogan
Write the equation of a line given the slope and a point that the line runs through
π Learn how to write the equation of a line in a point-slope form. The equation of a line is such that its highest exponent on its variable(s) is 1. (i.e. there are no exponents in its variable(s)). There are various forms which we can...
Brian McLogan
How to identify the asymptotes and intercepts of a rational function
π Learn how to find the slant/oblique asymptotes of a function. A slant (oblique) asymptote usually occurs when the degree of the polynomial in the numerator is higher than the degree of the polynomial in the denominator. To find the...
Brian McLogan
Given an Complex Factor, Find the Remaining Zeros
π Learn how to find all the zeros of a polynomial given one complex zero. A polynomial is an expression of the form ax^n + bx^(n-1) + . . . + k, where a, b, and k are constants and the exponents are positive integers. The zeros of a...
Brian McLogan
Find the Slant and Vertical Asymptotes of a Rational Function
π Learn how to find the slant/oblique asymptotes of a function. A slant (oblique) asymptote usually occurs when the degree of the polynomial in the numerator is higher than the degree of the polynomial in the denominator. To find the...
Brian McLogan
Is it a factor or not? Polynomial Style
πIs it a factor or not. In this video I will show you three different ways to identify if you have a factor or not of a polynomial and let you decide which method you want to use for your next problem.
Brian McLogan
Write the rational expression in reciprocal function form
π Learn all about reciprocal functions. A reciprocal function is a function of the form f(x) = 1/x. The graph of a reciprocal function is composed of the vertical and the horizontal asymptotes and the points where the curve turns. For...