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The Quadratic Formula

For Teachers 10th - 12th
Students complete math problems involving the quadratic formula. Using Internet technology, they visit web sites to answer questions about polynomials and the quadratic formula. Students explore the degree of a polynomial, the purpose of...
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Polynomial Divisions

For Teachers 8th - 10th
Students factor polynomials and use long division t solve problems. In this algebra lesson, students find the zeros of polynomials by synthetic and long division. They perform operation using complex numbers.
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Quiz: Graphs of Polynomial Equations of Higher Degree

For Students 9th - 10th
For this polynomial equation worksheet, students find the roots of polynomial functions. They interpret graphs and estimate the solution to given equations. This two-page worksheet contains ten polynomial equation problems.
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Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 8th - 10th Standards
In this worksheet, learners identify the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. They solve polynomial functions and simplify expressions and equations. 
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Graphing Calculator Investigation - Second Degree Polynomial Functions

For Teachers 9th - 12th
Students solve quadratic functions. In this solving quadratic functions instructional activity, students determine the height of an object at a given time. Students determine the time at which an object hits the ground. Students answer...
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Higher Order Taylor Polynomials

For Students Higher Ed
In this polynomial worksheet, students approximate values of linearly using the tangent line. They use first and second-degree polynomials to find the equation of a line tangent to a graph. Students explore Taylor's Theorem. This...
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Quadratic Equations and Functions

For Teachers 8th - 11th
This comprehensive lesson plan reviews solving and graphing quadratic functions and functions of higher degree.  Using the vertex form of a quadratic functions, one finds the vertex, minimum or maximum, and axis of symmetry. A few...
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WORKSHEET # 8 [4.4, 4.5, 4.6, 4.7, & 4.8]

For Teachers 12th - Higher Ed
In this college prep algebra worksheet, learners combine like terms in 15 polynomial expressions. Students multiply polynomials in 18 expressions. Learners divide 6 polynomial expressions. The rest of the 48 problems relate to the...
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Unit 1 Review: Analyze Graphs and Expressions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Get in one last practice. Pupils work through 12 problems and a performance task to review the topics in Unit 1. The problems cover analyzing and modeling with graphs, algebraic properties of equality, and adding, subtracting, and...
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Naming Polynomials

For Students 9th - 12th
In this math worksheet, students practice the techniques associated with naming polynomials. This worksheet has 30 problems for the students to solve and includes and answer sheet.
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Polynomials

For Teachers 9th
Ninth graders classify and solve polynomials. They use algebra tiles to add or subtract polynomials. Students solve the area of specific rectangles using algebra tiles. Students identify coefficients and classify polynomials.
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Multiplying and Dividing Polynomials

For Teachers 8th - 9th
Pupils practice multiplying and dividing polynomial expressions with monomials. After a lecture on how to calculate the expression, students practice solving their own polynomial expression while being guided by their classmates.
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Chapter 4 Review Worksheet: Polynomial

For Students 10th - 11th
In this polynomial worksheet, students write polynomial equations, determine the discriminant of equations, and find zeros of functions. This two-page worksheet contains 16 problems.
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Numerical Analysis: Polynomials

For Students Higher Ed
In this polynomial learning exercise, students explore functions, determine the least square error, and explore quadratic spline interpolation. This two-page learning exercise contains approximately six problems.
Interactive
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Review of Calculus BC I

For Students 10th - 12th
In this review worksheet, learners match a function to the proper description.  they identify the domain of a function.  Students determine the slope of an inverse function.  They find the derivative of given...
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Quadratic Equations with Negative Discriminate

For Teachers 9th - 11th
Solve polynomial equations of degree using different theorems and apply the zero factor theorem for unknown numbers in a quadratic equation. Also use the discriminate to find out the kind of solutions to given quadratic equations shown.
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Illustrative Mathematics

Zeroes and factorization of a quadratic polynomial I

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
This activity uses the division algorithm and the definition of a zero/root of a function to guide your class to see the relationship between zeros and factors of a general quadratic, which can later be generalized to the Remainder...
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Math Guy

Algebra 1 Practice Test

For Students 8th - 11th Standards
The worksheet is great but the answer key is fantastic! This practice test focuses on quadratics and polynomials. Learners are expected to be able to simplify and factor expressions and solve equations. The best part is the answer key...
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PBL Pathways

Students and Teachers 2

For Students 10th - Higher Ed Standards
Examine trends in student-to-teacher ratios over time. Building from the first task in the two-part series, classes now explore the pattern of student-to-teacher ratios using a non-linear function. After trying to connect the pattern to...
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Creating and Solving Quadratic Equations in One Variable

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Give your classes practice at modeling using quadratic models with a resource that uses area and integer problems to allow individuals to create second degree polynomials. Young mathematicians solve equations using factoring and then...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Zeroes and Factorization of a General Polynomial

For Teachers 10th - 12th Standards
These four problems will guide your class through the idea behind the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra, which states that a polynomial of degree n has exactly n roots. Use the division algorithm and the definition of a zero/root of a...
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Intro to Polynomials

For Teachers 7th
Seventh graders participate in a lesson introducing the mathematical concept of polynomials. They are asked questions and assessed according to the answers given during working in small groups.
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How Many Stars are in the Sky?

For Students 10th - 12th
In this star count worksheet, students solve three problems using a given polynomial and its logarithm to determine the number of stars in a given area.
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Numerical Analysis: Polynomial Interpolation

For Students Higher Ed
In this polynomial worksheet, students find interpolating functions that can be expressed as a linear combination of basis functions. This four-page worksheet contains five multi-step problems.