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Divide Polynomials By Factoring
Students investigate how to perform the operation of division with polynomials. The lesson begins with a warm up that has them factor a set of polynomials and then problems using factoring for division are introduced as guided practice.
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Using The Distributive Laws and Factoring
In this math worksheet, students simplify with factoring and use the distributive law to find the solutions for the problems. The focus is upon knowing the correct order.
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Nine Factoring Algebraic Expressions Problems
In this factoring worksheet, young scholars factor algebraic expression in eight multiple choice problems and one free-response problem. The solutions are provided.
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Lesson 4: Factoring to Solve Quadratic Equations
Students solve quadratic problems by factoring. Using a specified website, or an interactive CD-ROM, students graph quadratic equations. Together, on the computer, students work example problems. Students observe the link between...
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Factoring to Find Divisors
In this math worksheet, young scholars find all factors of five two digit numbers. They tell the related division facts. Students list the factors of the numbers.
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Greatest Common Factor and Factoring by Grouping
In this Algebra II/college level worksheet, students factor polynomials by pulling out the GCF and by grouping. The two page worksheet contains seventy–two problems. Answers are provided.
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College Level Study Guide
In this study guide worksheet, students examine and complete questions that are similar to the college Accuplacer College Level Math test. This worksheet includes, but is not limited to, factoring and expanding polynomials, simplifying...
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Dividing by (x – a) and (x + a)
Patterns in math emerge from seemingly random places. Learners explore the patterns for factoring the sum and differences of perfect roots. Analyzing these patterns helps young mathematicians develop the polynomial identities.
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Creating and Solving Quadratic Equations in One Variable
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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Another Way of Factoring
Focusing on this algebra instructional activity, learners relate quadratic equations in factored form to their solutions and their graph from a number of different aspects. In some problems, one starts with the original equation and...
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Factor Game
Learning about factors and multiples is all fun and games with this simple math activity. The lesson begins with the teacher and class playing the Factor Game together as students figure out the rules and uncover key...
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Common Factors and Factoring by Grouping
In this algebra worksheet, students factor out common factors of polynomials. Once the common factors are out, students factor trinomial expressions into the product of two binomials when possible.
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Creative Factoring of Trinomials
Eighth graders consider an alternate method of factoring trinomials as opposed to guess and check. They can evaluate which method is easier and more appropriate for different problems.
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Recognizing Equations of Circles
What does completing the square have to do with circles? Math pupils use completing the square and other algebraic techniques to rewrite equations of circles in center-radius form. They then analyze equations of the form x^2 + y^2 + Ax +...
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Solving Quadratic Equations
Polynomials are full of solutions! Learners understand that the degree determines the number of solutions. Examples show quadratic equations solved by factoring and by using the quadratic formula. A cubic equation is even mixed in for...
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Composite and Prime Numbers
Young math whizzes determine if a number is prime or composite. They use counters to participate in activities that show prime and composite numbers.
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Factoring Polynomials 2
In this algebra worksheet, students factor thirty-six polynomial expressions. All of the expressions are second degree polynomials. Twelve problems are the sum or difference of two squares, and one problem has a common factor for both...
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Area "FOILed" Again!
Learners perform factoring on the TI. In this algebra lesson, students factor equations using the FOIL method. They use the TI navigator to show each step using a visual.
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The Difference of 2 Squares
Learners factor a difference of two squares. In this factoring a difference of two squares lesson, students use manipulates cut from a piece of paper to illustrate the difference of two squares. Learners illustrate the...
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Factoring
High Schoolers engage in a study of quadratic functions and focus upon the finding of equivalence and its connection between functions. They also practice factoring using the FOIL method while manipulating the equation. The lesson also...
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Prime Factorization
Sixth graders participate in a lesson that focuses on the concept of finding the prime factorization of a number. They write the answer using exponential notation. Students play a game of Bingo to keep engaged during the lesson.
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Equations, Expressions, Factorization
Students graph and solve equations and expressions. In this algebra lesson plan, students use simple factorization to simplify expressions. They review for an exam by doing basic algebra.
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Math Worksheet: Factors
In this math worksheet, students solve 10 problems pertaining to factors. Students are given a 2 digit number and must list all the factors of that number. There are no examples provided.
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Factoring Trinomials
Students factor trinomials. For this algebra lesson, students identify the different integers making up the trinomial and use the special pattern to factor them. They continue to model the equations and how to factor correctly.