Factoring Polynomials Teacher Resources

In this factoring worksheet, students solve 10 fill in the blank problems where they factor trinomial equations into a product of factors.

A solution will work one way or another: find solutions, or use solutions to find the function. Learners use polynomial identities to factor polynomials with complex solutions. They then use solutions and the Zero Product Property to...

Greatest common factor, grouping terms, binomials, difference of squares, sum or difference of cubes, are some of the factoring strategies that can be used. Sometimes it takes more than one of these methods to solve a problem. Hear the...

Uncover the relationship between factoring quadratics and higher degree polynomials. Learners develop their factoring skills through repetition. A comprehensive lesson plan begins with quadratics and shows how to use the same patterns to...

What is the difference of a cube? When is it used? How does it work? Use it to factor a binomial involving subtraction. Rewrite the terms as a cubed expression. Then apply the difference of cubes formula. Don't forget to simplify. Still...

Some lessons feature videos, some interactive practice problems, and some have notes and activities. This comprehensive look at factoring and solving polynomial equations using the zero product principle has all of this and more. Though...

More than just a worksheet, this guide provides the description of many of the polynomials theorems to assist the learners. Starting with synthetic division, class members are then guided through the remainder theorem and linear...

Starting a year of Algebra I? This mighty packet practices all of the major topics with different ranges of difficulty. Standards include everything from linear to quadratic to rational expressions. Use it in a...

In this polynomial worksheet, students solve polynomials by factoring and finding square roots. This two-page worksheet contains approximately 20 problems.

This is a 10-problem worksheet on simplifying rational expressions. Most of the problems require factoring. It is assumed that the domain of variables do not include values for which any denominator is zero. Answers are included.

Within collaborative groups, scholars factor a degree six polynomial. They can factor the polynomial using many different strategies — a great way to prompt mathematical discussion.

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...

Find all the Algebra 1 content in one location. A helpful eBook contains the content typically found in an Algebra 1 course. Concepts range from solving and graphing linear equations to solving and graphing quadratic equations....

Put out by Texas Instruments, this instructional activity involves learners in an activity focused on adding polynomials, solving equations, factoring trinomials, and expanding binomials. A TI-89 calculator is needed to complete this...

Patterns in polygons lead to patterns in polynomials. Presented with a series of polygons, individuals create polynomial expressions to represent their patterns. The algebra project consists of nine problems that incorporate polynomial...

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.

Perfect the method for factoring. Learners view a video that shows shortcuts to grouping when presented with a difference of squares or when the leading coefficient is one. Pupils learn that factoring by grouping is helpful when working...

Take your class through the mechanics of simplifying algebraic fractions by factoring trinomials. Though the steps for factoring are assumed known, the process of identifying and canceling common factors are detailed with...

Examine the process of factoring a greatest common factor from a multivariable polynomial. Here, a video tutorial shows four examples, each increasing in difficulty. The final example has coefficients and several variables.

Make it complete. Pupils work through 16 problems to review factoring. The problems consist of straight factoring of polynomial expressions, solving equations by factoring, and applying factoring to real-world problems.

For this worksheet, students solve and complete 32 various types of problems. Included are problems on simplifying polynomials, factoring, graphing equations by plotting points, and simplifying expressions using the rules of...

Investigate polynomial factoring patterns by finding a connection to volume. As learners build a three-dimensional solid from smaller solids, they convert the visual model to a mathematical expression. Their models represent the sum of...

Bring all the factoring together. Pupils view a video presentation that shows how to combine all the factoring techniques from Unit 9 together to factor more complex polynomials. Learners practice with three items within the presentation...

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...