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Illustrative Mathematics
Writing Expressions
Practice writing algebraic expressions from written phrases. The objective is to consider two seemingly similar phrases, write them as algebraic expressions, and then simplify using the order of operations. Learners are challenged to...
Math Solutions
Dr. Seuss Comes to Middle School Math Class
If you think Dr. Seuss has no place in a math classroom, then take a look at this resource. Based on the classic children's book Green Eggs and Ham, this sequence of activities engages children learning to model real-world contexts...
5280 Math
Multiplication Table Algebra
Patterns, patterns, everywhere! Young scholars examine the multiplication table to identify patterns. Their exploration leads to an understanding of the difference of squares and sum of cubes by the completion of the algebra project.
Illustrative Mathematics
The Physics Professor
Help mathematicians see that a formula found in a physics book has an algebraic structure. Though the formula given in the resource looks complicated, learners are to break down the expressions and interpret each part separately....
Illustrative Mathematics
An Integer Identity
Challenge algebra learners to use the difference of cubes to solve this problem. Once your charges have taken out the factor (a - b), combined the like terms and set them equal to zero, the problem becomes a factorable quadratic...
Illustrative Mathematics
Complex number patterns
Start off with the definition of the imaginary number i, then have your class practice simplifying expressions involving powers of i and look for patterns. See how the cyclic nature of powers of i translate to sums of powers of i.
Illustrative Mathematics
Combined Fuel Efficiency
Practice simplifying complex fractions and long division of polynomials with this brief exercise. These four questions make a challenging warm-up activity or a short, but comprehensive, follow-up after a detailed lesson on algebraic...
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Beginning Algebra: Simplifying Algebraic Expressions
This tutorial offers definitions, examples, and practice problems for looking at various components of terms and for simplifying algebraic expressions.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Algebra Review: Simplifying Radical Expressions
Find a quick, concise but complete explanation of how to simplify radical expressions. Examples are given and clearly explained.
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Algebraic Expressions
Twenty-six problems cover a variety of topics applied to writing, simplifying, solving and evaluating algebraic expressions. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can work each step of the...
Other
Teachers Choice: Simplifying Expressions
Learn about simplifying algebraic expressions at this complete "how to" website. Detailed descriptions with examples and a downloadable file that let's you practice your skills.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Add and Subtract Algebraic Expressions
Information is given on how to add and subtract algebraic expressions. Also included is information on terms, coefficients, and like terms, as well as examples to demonstrate how to simplify.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Multiplying Algebraic Expressions
Several examples are demonstrated on how to multiply algebraic expression through distribution.
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Division of Algebraic Expressions
Dividing algebraic expressions is demonstrated with several examples. Methods as simple as using reciprocals are shown, as well as using long division to divide polynomial expressions.
Discovery Education
Discovery Education: Web Math: Simplifying a Term Involving Exponents
This WebMath site offers assistance with simplifying algebraic terms involving exponents or powers.
J Coffman
Joseph Coffman's Lecture Notes: Algebraic Expressions
The tutorial investigates algebraic expressions through definitions, properties, and examples. Topics include order of operations, evaluating expressions, and simplifying expressions. Students can check their understanding of the concept...
Texas Instruments
Texas Instruments: Algebraic Expressions Review
LearnCheck is used to review simplifying expressions, evaluating expressions, and translating expressions.
Purple Math
Purplemath: Adding & Subtracting Rational Expressions: Introduction
Finding common denominators is no problem with Purplemath. Use this lesson to learn how to add and subtract rational expressions with these great examples.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Simplifying (Or Reducing) Fractions
At this site from the Oswego City School District, you can learn how to simplify fraction (rational expression) that contain monomials or higher degree polynomials. Reducing fractions is made easier with help from this page.
Help Algebra
Help algebra.com: Simplifying Expressions
Learn to simplify expressions using like terms, parentheses. Also learn the best way to work with a negative in the expression.
Help Algebra
Help algebra.com: Simplifying Rational Expressions
The process of factoring and canceling is used to simplify, multiply, and divide rational expressions. Adding and subtracting rational expressions is also demonstrated, including finding common denominators.
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: Beginning Algebra: Introduction to Variable Expressions
A tutorial that covers evaluating and simplifying different types of expressions. Find definitions and examples of exponential notation, order of operations, variables, and algebraic expressions, and complete practice exercises through...
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Algebra Review: Simplifying Expressions
Find a quick, concise explanation of simplifying expressions. Examples are given and clearly explained.
Wyzant
Wyzant: Evaluating Expressions Calculator
Need assistance in evaluating a polynomial expression if you're given the values of all the variables? This "Calculator," from WyzAnt asks you to input the expression and the known values to be substituted in, and then displays the final...