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The football and Braking Distance; Model Data with Quadratic Functions
Students use the quadratic formula to solve application problems. The first problem relates to the path of a football thrown from the top of the bleachers. Students compute the time it will take the football to reach certain heights. In...
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Multiplication of Polynomials
In this polynomial worksheet, 10th graders multiply polynomial equations. Equations contain between two to six terms. There are 22 problems on this two-page worksheet.
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Worksheet Chapter 5 College Prep Algebra
In this algebra worksheet, students evaluate algebraic expressions, simplify exponents, write numbers in scientific notation, perform division of equations, and find the area of given problems. This worksheet contains 75 problems and an...
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Worksheet Chapter 6: College Prep Algebra
In this algebra worksheet, high schoolers perform a variety of operations. They factor polynomials, solve algebraic equations, identify the GCF, and solve real life word problems. Twelve of these 100 problems are real life word problems.
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Multiplying Polynomials
Students investigate polynomials. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve problems dealing with multiplication of polynomials by using the distributive property and the FOIL method. Students also describe how the use...
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Completing the Square (part 1)
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 square.
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Polynomials Functions
High schoolers factor polynomials and linear functions and apply concepts of the fundamental theorem of algebra to solve problems. They graph their solutions and analyze the graph.
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Prime Numbers and Factors
Solving factor trees is a helpful way to introduce prime numbers. Your math class practices using this method along with two-column tables to find if a number is prime or not. They also learn other vocabulary, such as composite numbers,...
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Difference of Squares
Students analyze arithmetic statements. In this difference of squares lesson, students explore patterns and factor the difference of two squares. They compare quantities with integers. Students model and solve equations.
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TI-89 Activities for PreCalculus and AP Calculus
Using the TI-89 calculator, learners explore the statistical, graphical and symbolic capabilities of the TI-89. Students investigate topics such as solving systems of equations, finding inverse functions, summations, parametrics and...
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Multiply Polynomials
Learners solve polynomial problems. In this algebra lesson, students multiply polynomial equations using FOIL and quadratic formula. They complete the square and factor by grouping.
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Graphing Polynomials
Students graph polynomial equations using different methods. For this algebra lesson, students identify the different ways the x and y values relate in a graph. They solve for x by finding the zero's of the polynomials.
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Simplify Expression Using the Order of Operations
Allow learners to explore both the right and wrong way of completing equations with the order of operations. They discuss how the order in which operations are performed affects the outcome of a problem. A fun "trick" using order of...
Illustrative Mathematics
The Missing Coefficient
This activity highlights the use of the remainder theorem to solve for the unknown coefficient of a specified polynomial when given one of its factors. Use this single problem as a warm-up exercise, a quick check-in at the end of a...
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Factored Form of a Quadratic Function
Build upon linear functions to learn about quadratics. The lesson introduces the concept of zeros for quadratic functions and makes the connection to the linear factors of the function. It presents quadratics in both graphical and...
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Algebraic Expressions—The Distributive Property
Do your classes truly understand the distributive property? Use a demonstrative lesson to represent the distributive property in various ways. Learners solidify understanding by creating a geometric pattern for distributive property, and...
Mathematics Assessment Project
Representing Quadratic Functions Graphically
Sometimes being different is an advantage. An engaging activity has scholars match cards with quadratic functions in various forms. Along the way, they learn about how each form highlights key features of quadratic functions.
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Integrated Algebra
In this algebra worksheet, students review a variety of math concepts as related to algebra. They solve problems on statistics, factoring and solving equations. There are problems involving geometric formulas and shapes.
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Reciprocals
Young scholars factor rational expressions using their reciprocals. In this algebra lesson, students simplify rational equations by factoring the fraction vy its reciprocal. They use the distributive property and solve combining like terms.
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Quadratic Rules and Graphs
Students identify the properties of quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students find the vertex and intercepts of a parabola. They factor quadratics and identify the zeros of the equations.
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Greatest Common Factor: Using the Factor Tree
Students find the greatest common factor of two numbers. In this algebra lesson, students use prime factorization to find their factor to simplify equations. they create a factor tree to find the factors of composite numbers.
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Representing Quadratics
Students represent quadratic equations using different methods. In this algebra activity, students solve quadratics using substitution, elimination and graphing. They relate quadratics to the real world.
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Investigating Parabolas
Students identify properties of parabolas. For this algebra lesson, students factor quadratic equations and identify the properties of parabolas. They find the roots, vertex and intercepts of a parabola.
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Solving Percents Problems
Middle schoolers solve problems dealing with percents. In this algebra lesson, students convert between decimals and percents using factoring. They solve one step problems involving percents.