Instructional Video

Divide a Binomial by a Monomial (Example)

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Make it easier by breaking it into pieces. The short video shows one example of dividing a binomial by a monomial. Pupils see that all polynomial division problems do not necessarily end up even and how to write the quotient.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have classmates develop similar problems and trade with others to simplify
  • Provide an explanation on why a polynomial can be split up into its terms when dividing by a monomial
Classroom Considerations
  • The class should be comfortable with exponent rules
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • Includes a list of exponent rules that may be helpful
  • Uses colors to show the action taken with the negative exponent
Cons
  • None