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Factoring Quadratics
Learners solve quadratics using factoring. For this algebra lesson, students rewrite word problems and use properties of quadratic equations to solve.
EngageNY
The Special Role of Zero in Factoring
Use everything you know about quadratic equations to solve polynomial equations! Learners apply the Zero Product Property to factor and solve polynomial equations. They make a direct connection to methods they have used with quadratic...
EngageNY
Advanced Factoring Strategies for Quadratic Expressions (part 1)
Factoring doesn't have to be intimidating. Build on prior knowledge of multiplying binomials and factoring simple trinomials to teach advanced factoring of quadratic expressions with a lesson that uses various methods of exploring the...
Curated OER
Quadratic Functions
Students explore the concept of quadratic equations. In this quadratic equations worksheet, students determine what shifts of a parent graph will look like by describing in sentences. Students factor quadratic expressions and...
Curated OER
Unit 9 Review
Middle and high schoolers solve and complete 15 various types of problems that include evaluating expressions and graphing. First, they use the substitution method to solve pairs of equations for a variable. Then, students write out a...
Curated OER
Zero Product Property and Quadratics
In this quadratic worksheet, algebra learners use the zero product property to solve basic quadratic equations. They identify where the parabola crosses the x-axis. Explanations and examples are provided. Answers are located on page two....
Curated OER
Equations, Expressions, Factorization
Students graph and solve equations and expressions. In this algebra lesson, students use simple factorization to simplify expressions. They review for an exam by doing basic algebra.
Concord Consortium
An Algebraic Oversight
Tackle a common misconception using a performance task. Dividing by a variable to eliminate a variable may seem like a good idea, but simplifying the variable eliminates solutions as well. Learners develop algebraic and graphical support...
Flipped Math
Zeroes of Polynomials
Zero in to find the correct answer. Scholars find out how to solve a polynomial equation by factoring to find the zeroes. Learners use their knowledge of factoring polynomials and solving linear equations to find all of the solutions and...
CK-12 Foundation
Prime Factorization: Chocolate Chip Factoring
An interactive resource challenges mathematicians to show what they know about prime factorization. Five multiple-choice, true or false, and discussion questions use chocolate chip cookies to set a real-world application of the...
Curated OER
Two Methods Of Solving Quadratic Equations
In this quadratic equation worksheet, students solve quadratic equations by factoring or by completing the square. Explanations and examples are provided prior to the exercise. This two-page worksheet contains 14 problems.
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Mixed Factoring Review
Students solve quadratics by factoring. In this algebra lesson, students factor quadratic equations using two different methods. They solve the equations and graph using the intercepts.
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Rational Equations
In this rational equations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 19 different types of problems. First, they solve each given equation by factoring. Then, students state the domain and solve. They also illustrate any discarded...
Flipped Math
Greatest Common Factor
Break it down to solve it. Learners watch a video on how to factor out the greatest common factor for algebraic expressions. They see how to use factoring and the zero product property to solve polynomial equation and practice their...
Curated OER
Perfect Squares and Factoring
A teacher guided lesson on perfect squares and factoring. They discuss perfect squares, observe the expansion steps for finding the product, and practice solving problems. They complete a worksheet on perfect squares and factoring.
Curated OER
Quadratic Equations-Factoring #2
In this quadratic equation activity, 6th graders factor to solve a set of 10 equations. Answers are included on page 2, a reference web site is given for additional activities.
Curated OER
Factoring Quadratic Equations
In this quadratic equations worksheet, students solve a set of 10 equations by factoring. A reference web site is given for additional activities, answers are included on page 2.
Mathematics Assessment Project
Solving Quadratic Equations
Scholars first complete an individual assignment using a quadratic equation to model the movement of a bus around a corner. Learners then discuss their solutions with classmates and analyze the provided sample responses.
EngageNY
Polynomial, Rational, and Radical Relationships
This assessment pair goes way beyond simple graphing, factoring and solving polynomial equations, really forcing learners to investigate the math ideas behind the calculations. Short and to-the-point questions build on one another,...
Texas Instruments
Factoring and Solving Quadratic Binomials
Here is a TI-Navigator™ activity that allows high schoolers to review the concept of factoring and solving quadratic binomials, including a connection to graphical solutions. They enter a number such as -2 using the minus key and not the...
EngageNY
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.
Math Guy
Algebra 1 Practice Test
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...
Curated OER
Solving Through Factoring #3
In this factoring activity, students solve 10 fill in the blank problems where they factor trinomial equations into a product of factors then set each factor equal to zero to find the solutions to the polynomial equations.
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Solving Quadratic Equations
In this quadratic equations worksheet, 9th graders solve and complete 7 different problems that include factoring quadratics. First, they solve for the values of x that make the equation true. Then, students substitute their values into...