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Multiplying Polynomials
Students investigate polynomials. In this algebra lesson, students solve problems dealing with multiplication of polynomials by using the distributive property and the FOIL method. Students also describe how the use of Punnet squares in...
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Reviewing FOIL
Practice FOILing binomials and then practice factoring. Many of the problems are binomials set up to be relatively easy to factor. Once factored, they need to then be checked by FOILing. Most of the problems are polynomials in the 2nd...
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Multiplying Polynomials
Help learners study polynomials. They will review how to multiply polynomials either by using the FOIL method if they are multiplying a binomial by another binomial, or by using the distributive property.
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Scientific Method Experiment: Factors Affecting How Ice Melts
Students demonstrate the scientific method by conducting an ice cube melting experiment. They make predictions and observations, and conclude what factors make ice melt more slowly or quickly than normal.
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Math Regents Exam Questions: Factoring Trinomials
For this factoring worksheet, students simplify trinomials. They factor given expressions containing three terms. This two-page worksheet contains 4 multiple-choice problems. Answers are provided on the last page.
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Regents Exam Questions: Quadratics
In this quadratics worksheet, students identify the roots of a quadratic equation. They use FOIL and the quadratic formula to solve quadratic equations. This seven-page worksheet contains 32 problems. Answers are provided on the last...
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The Case of the Missing Middle Term
Learners examine the difference of squares equation, and multiply binomials using the FOIL method. They complete the Case of the Missing Middle Term worksheet.
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Factoring Quadratic Expressions
Factor in different strategies in a lesson for factoring quadratics. Young mathematicians first create tables and area models to factor quadratic trinomials into two binomials by guess and check. Learners then investigate how they can...
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Area "FOILed" Again!
Learners perform factoring on the TI. In this algebra instructional activity, young scholars factor equations using the FOIL method. They use the TI navigator to show each step using a visual.
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Polynomials and Factoring
Students classify, add, subtract, and factor polynomials. For this polynomials lesson, students classify polynomials by creating their own system. During a discussion, the class decides on a common system. They add and subtract...
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Solving Polynomial Equations by Factoring
Use the principle of zero product to solve these polynomial equations. There are 21 problems in various forms to solve. Some are already set to equal zero, but might needs to be put in descending order. Then there are sunsequent problems...
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L5.3 Worksheet: Multiplying and Factoring Polynomials
In this multiplying and factoring polynomials instructional activity, students solve 25 short answer problems. Students FOIL binomials, expand binomials, factor perfect square trinomials, etc.
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Chapter 8 - Objective 3.1 - Factoring
In this factoring worksheet, students factor polynomials. Equations contain coefficients and exponents. The FOIL method may be used for factoring. This one-page worksheet contains five problems.
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Quotable Puzzles: Expressions & Operations
In this expression and operation worksheet, students factor given expressions. They match their answer to a corresponding letter of the alphabet. Upon completion, students will solve a puzzle containing a quote. This one-page...
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Counting Animal Populations
Students learn how to count animal populations by the Mark and Recapture method. In this counting animal populations lesson plan, students begin by predicting amounts of different candies in a jar. Students then simulate using beans, two...
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Factoring The Difference of Two Perfect Squares
In this factoring worksheet, students factor the difference of two perfect squares. All ten given equations contain at least one squared variable and one constant.
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Factoring With Polynomials
In this algebra worksheet, students factor polynomials using the greatest common factor. They also use the foil method. There are 8 questions with an answer key.
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Functions and Roots
In this function worksheet, students factor polynomials, or use the FOIL method, to simplify polynomials and determine the roots. This three-page worksheet contains ten problems. Explanations and examples are provided.
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Factoring
High Schoolers engage in a study of quadratic functions and focus upon the finding of equivalence and its connection between functions. They also practice factoring using the FOIL method while manipulating the equation. The lesson also...
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Multiplying Polynomials using the Distributive property.
Students factor polynomial functions. In this algebra lesson, students solve problems through factoring and distribution of the negative sign correctly.
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Factoring Trinomials
Students factor trinomials using specific factoring methods. In this algebra lesson, students factor equations using the difference of squares and foiling. They play a game to enhance their understanding of factoring.
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Factoring Trinomials
Students factor trinomials. In this algebra lesson, students use special patterns and formulas to factor. They utilize algebra tiles as a hands-on method for gaining practice with trinomials.
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Multiplying Binomials
Students factor binomials and apply it. For this algebra lesson, students use patterns to factor difference of squares and FOIL to factor other binomials. They apply the concept of binomials to vertical multiplication.
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With Liberty & Top Soil for All
Young scholars compare the basic needs of plants to the basic needs of democracy. In this democracy comparison lesson, students complete a worksheet on what happens to a plant that's not nourished. Young scholars draw a correlation to...