Other
Nearpod: Exponent Rules: Transforming Expressions
In this lesson on rational exponents, students explore how-to transform expressions with exponents.
Other
Nearpod: Exponent Rules: Rational Exponents
In this lesson on rational exponents, students explore how to simplify exponents that are fractions and negative exponents.
PBS
Pbs: Simplifying the Sum of Two Algebraic Expressions
Simplify expressions with rational numbers using the distributive property of multiplication. This student-generated video focuses on using the distributive property to create equivalent expressions when multiplying by negative numbers...
PBS
Pbs: Simplifying an Algebraic Expression
Simplify expressions with rational numbers using the distributive property of multiplication. This student-generated video focuses on using the distributive property to create equivalent expressions when multiplying by negative numbers...
Paul Dawkins
Paul's Online Notes: Algebra: Partial Fractions
Detailed math tutorial features notes and examples that take a look at the process of partial fractions and finding the partial fraction decomposition of a rational expression.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Factoring and Fractions
Polynomials are the focus of these lessons, concentrating on factoring and special products to work with rational expressions. Interactive tools of Live Math and Scientific Notebook are used to provide animated solutions to the examples....
Math Planet
Math Planet: Algebra 2: Rational Expressions: Variation
Provides an explanation and examples of variation.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Properties of Exponents (Rational Exponents)
Rewrite exponential expressions (where the exponent can be a fraction) using the properties of exponents. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Nested Fractions
Simplify rational expressions that contain rational expressions within their numerators or denominators. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: N rn.a.1: Evaluating Exponential Expressions
The goal of this task is to use properties of exponents for whole numbers in order to explain how expressions with fractional exponents are defined. Aligns with the N-RN.A.1 standard.
Paul Dawkins
Paul's Online Notes: Rational Exponents: Practice Problems
Practice exercise reviews rational exponents including how to simplify or evaluate expressions and write the answer with either positive or no exponents.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: F if Graphing Rational Functions
In this task, students interact with a Desmos app by moving sliders and making observations about features of the graphs and the structures of the expressions of the functions. Aligns with F-IF.C.7.d.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Discovering the Laws of Rational Exponents
This online tutorial explains how the laws of rational exponents are used to simplify expressions. The examples show exactly how the process is done. Click on the "Topic Index" to find related lessons, practice activities, and teacher...
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Rational Exponents Challenge
Choose equivalent forms of radical and exponential expressions.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Properties of Exponents Intro (Rational Exponents)
Rewrite exponential expressions (where the exponent can be a fraction) using the properties of exponents.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Equivalent Expressions With Negative Numbers
Practice finding equivalent multiplication and division expressions. Numbers in these problems may be negative. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.
Illustrative Mathematics
Illustrative Mathematics: N rn.a.1: Evaluating a Special Exponential Expression
The purpose of this task is to study the rules of exponents in the context of trying to make sense of a challenging mathematical expression. Teachers will critically analyze each student's argument. Aligns with N-RN.A.1.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Algebra Review: Mixed Expressions
Find a quick, concise explanation of a mixed expression. An example is given and clearly explained.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Rational Function Points of Discontinuity
Given a rational function, sort given input values according to zeros, vertical asymptotes, and removable discontinuities. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive...
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Adding and Subtracting Fractions
Use this site to learn how to add and subtract algebraic fractions, even if there aren't common denominators. Provides plenty of examples.
PBS
Pbs Teachers: Building Boxes [Pdf]
By determining the dimensions necessary for building a box with the greatest volume, students will explore the world of polynomial and rational expressions. Graphing calculators can be used for this activity.
Other
Kuta Software Llc: Algebra Worksheets
Free downloadable algebra worksheets covering the basics, equations, linear equations, inequalities, trigonometry, exponents, polynomials, quadratic functions, radical expressions, rational expressions and word problems.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Algebra Review: Least Common Denominator
Find a quick, concise explanation of how to find the least common denominator for fractions or rational expressions. Examples are given and clearly explained.
Khan Academy
Khan Academy: Combining Like Terms With Rational Coefficients
Practice combining like terms for expressions that have rational coefficients. This requires adding and subtracting fractions.