Your algebra learners explore the values of two types of functions in order to compare growth rates in this short cooperative task. Two types of solutions are given, using a table of values and an abstract argument.

Discover relationships between linear and nonlinear functions. Initially, a set of data seems linear, but upon further exploration, pupils realize the data can model an infinite number of functions. Scholars use multiple representations...

How can baseball and skeet-shooting be modeled mathematically? Sports lovers and young mathematicians learn how to use quadratic equations and systems of equations to model the flight paths of various objects.

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...

Using this tutorial, you'll learn to write polynomial equations in standard form, to use the zero factor property, and to solve polynomial equations by factoring.

Eighteen problems present a variety of practice solving polynomial equations and inequalities. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can work each step of the problem then click the "View...

Use this site to learn how to eliminate the denominators to make solving these equations easier. Examples contain algebraic fractions with monomials and higher degree polynomials in the denominators.

Question and Answer forum about solving a polynomial equation. See how this problem was solved correctly.

Demonstrates the 'factor table' method for solving polynomial inequalities.

To solve polynomials of higher degree, use synthetic division as demonstrated here. The Rational Zero Theorem, Upper and Lower Bound Theorem, and Descartes Rule of Signs are explained.

Hotmath provides 20 practice problems that relate to polynomial and rational functions. Each of the practice problems include a step-by-step guide for solving.

Twenty-eight problems present a variety of problems using factoring to solve equations. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can work each step of the problem then click the "View Solution"...

Want to find the roots of a polynomial function? Learn how, using several methods in this tutorial. Graphing and Scientific Notebook are used on the main page. Click on the "Dinosaur Method" link at the bottom of the page to see the...

This activity will encourage students' powers of deduction through a word game. This will allow a review of factoring integers. A simple extension allows a classroom discussion that will evolve into the Zero Product Theorem, essential to...

Site provides tutorial on solving algebraic equations including radical equations, quadratic equations, polynomial equations, fractional equations, absolute value equations.

This lesson provides basic instruction on the major concepts in algebra. Content includes a focus on fractions, units of conversion, complex numbers, quadratic equations, factorization and roots of polynomials, solving equations, systems...

Learn to use the TI-86 to solve many types of equations by following this lesson plan and activity. Included are keystroke instructions and calculator screenprints to guide students.

College professor Dan Bach presents a review of algebra concepts, including factoring, quadratic equations, and graphing parabolas. The examples are detailed, but easy to follow. This is a good site for reviewing before tests and quizzes.

This tutorial offers two methods to solve polynomial inequalities. Site includes several examples, charts, graphs, and other information for student understanding.

This tutorial contains a lesson about the remainder and factor theorems along with practice problems.

Learners complete a worksheet on solving equations by factoring. An example problem and answer sheet is included.

This series of activities provides an introduction to some Algebra concelpts using CAS. The activities start with Algebra tiles and CAS. Patterning is modelled for the students so that they can construct the knowledge rather than be...

This University of Saskatchewan site provides general information about square roots and other forms of radical equations.

Students often have difficulty "working backwards" from the solution of a problem to its original question. Finding a polynomial, given its roots, is an example of a "working backwards" problem. Here are several examples using different...