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Solutions to Polynomial Equations Lesson PlanSolutions to Polynomial Equations Lesson Plan
Publisher
EngageNY
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Grade
11th - 12th
Subjects
Math
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Resource Type
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For Teacher Use
Duration
45 mins
Instructional Strategies
Collaborative Learning
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Year
2015
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Language
English, Arabic
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Solutions to Polynomial Equations

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Take a step back to Algebra II. The first lesson in a series of 23 asks scholars to remember working with quadratic equations with complex solutions. Pupils apply polynomial identities to complex numbers and work examples that show how the fundamental theorem of algebra applies to solutions of quadratic equations.

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CCSS: Designed

Concepts

polynomials, polynomial equations, fundamental theorem of algebra, complex numbers, solutions, quadratic equations, quadratic formula

Additional Tags

math

Instructional Ideas

  • Review polynomial identities with the class

Classroom Considerations

  • Assumes learners are familiar with complex numbers and operations with complex numbers
  • Requires knowledge of solving quadratics either by factoring or using the quadratic formula

Pros

  • Suggests scaffolding for example problems
  • Includes an exit ticket for checking understanding
  • Contains a problem set with sample solutions

Cons

  • None

Common Core

MP3 MP5 MP7 MP8 HSN-CN.C.8 HSN-CN.C.9

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