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Mastering the Ladder Method for Finding LCM
This video demonstrates the ladder method for finding the least common multiple (LCM) of multiple numbers in a quick and easy way. By using shared factors and multiplying them outside the ladder, the LCM can be efficiently calculated....
Brian McLogan
Easy Medium Hard Holes or Asymptotes
In this video we are going to explore how to find the vertical asymptotes and holes of a rational function. We will look at three different functions to help us identify if it is a hole or asymptote
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This is what I tell my students with a radical problem like this
When you need to graph a radical function with multiple transformation it is important to know the different types of transformations. In this video I will help you identify the transformations and how to eliminate them.
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This is Equal to 1/2
You might not believe it unless I told you but a problem like this, simplifies all the way down to 1/2
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Tricky Quadratic Equation to Solve
This is a problem that can confuse a lot of students. So in this video I want to show you how to approach a problem like this and why.
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Factor an Expression & Distribute to Check | 7.EE.A.1
In this video we will factor an expression & distribute to check. I will introduce you to the Area Model as a form of a graphic organizer in Math. We will understand area to model for side times side, length times width, or base times...
Brian McLogan
3 Average Rational Expressions Add and Subtract
In this video we will focus on adding and subtracting rational expressions by first simplifying our denominators to obtain the LCD. 00:00 Intro 00:50 - Find the common denominator with fractions (add fractions) 04:02 - Mental process for...
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3 Hard Rational Expressions to Add or Subtract
In this video we will focus on adding and subtracting rational expressions that are difficult to combine because we need to factor their denominators to identify the LCD. 00:00:00 - Intro 00:02:23 - Tip to slow down doing your math...
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Completing the Square Easy Medium Hard
In this video we will work on completing the square but working from basic to more advanced problems where a is not 1 as well as when ⭐️ Must Know Tip When Completing the Square - • Must Know Tip When Completing the Square ✔️ Completing...
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What you Need to Know about Factoring Trinomials
In this video we will explore what you need to know about factoring trinomials ⭐️ Get Ready For Factoring Quadratics in Algebra 1 - • What you need to know before Factorin... ✅ Factoring Quadratics - • Factoring Quadratics in Algebra 1 ✅...
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Mistakes Students Make Solving Quadratics
In this video I will highlight some of the most common mistakes I see students make when they are solving quadratics ⭐️ Mistake Students Make Completing the Square - • Student Mistakes with COMPLETING THE ... ✅ New Videos on Solving...
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Solve quadratic equation when a=1
In this video we are going to explore how to solve quadratic trinomials by factoring and using the zero product property when a=1 ⭐ Factoring quadratic trinomials with two variables - • Factoring quadratic trinomials with t... ⭐ Find all...
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Must Know Tip When Completing the Square
In this video we will explore some of the most useful tip you can use when completing the square to either write in vertex form or solve. ⭐️ Student Mistakes with COMPLETING THE SQUARE - • Student Mistakes with COMPLETING THE ... ✔️...
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3 Hard Factoring Problems when a is not 1
In this video we are going to cover three easy factoring problems of quadratics where a is not equal to 1 ⭐ 3 Medium Quadratics to Factor when a is not 1 - • 3 Medium Quadratics to Factor when a ... ⭐ 3 Easy Quadratics to Factor when a...
Brian McLogan
3 Easy Quadratics to Factor when a is not 1
In this video we are going to cover three easy factoring problems of quadratics where a is not equal to 1 ⭐ 3 Hard Factoring Problems when a is not 1 - • 3 Hard Factoring Problems when a is n... ⭐ 3 Medium Quadratics to Factor when a is...
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Messy Polynomial Factor GCF
In this video we are going to work on factoring a polynomial by the GCF. On a problem like this where factoring out the GCF is not obvious we are going to want to refer to grouping. ⭐️ Factor the polynomial three times - • Factor the...
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The Absolute Worst Mistake Students Make With Rational Expressions
Here is a mistake that I see students make when they are first learning how to simplify rational expressions to seasoned math students. So it is important to go over the rules and remember. ⭐️ Why is subtracting soooo much harder with...
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Factor the trinomial fast without substitution
In this video I don't follow common practice of using substitution but follow a technique I love to show my students once they understand factoring and substitution. ⭐️ Why we reciprocate negative exponents why flip - • Why we...
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Factor a Trinomial by substitution step by step
Learn how to factoring a quartic trinomial raised to the 4th power by using substituition and prior knowledge of factoring quadratic trinomials. ⭐️ Factor the trinomial fast without substitution - • Factor the trinomial fast without...
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great problem for those that struggle with factoring and simplifying
Simplifying radicals includes a lot of factoring so sometimes you need a problem where you can tackle multiple different types of problems. In this video that is exactly what we focus on doing. ⭐️ What Exactly are Excluded Values and How...
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Completing the Square with Factoring Coefficients and Fractions
When you have to complete the square and you have a coefficient, sometimes you will get fractions. In this video I will show you how to work with them. ⭐️ Completing the Square Easy Medium Hard - • Completing the Square Easy Medium Hard...
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Students don't think to factor like this
A problem like this can be confusing for students to have to factor but once you look a little deeper upon inspection. ⭐️ Using the Difference of Two Squares Three TImes - • Using the Difference of Two Squares T... ✔️ Factoring...
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When you have a coefficient do this for completing the square
When you have a coefficient of a quadratic and you need to complete the square you have to follow a different process. In this video we will work through what you need to do. ⭐️ What I like to do when completing the square with fractions...
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Rewriting Polynomial Expressions by Factoring
In this lesson, students will learn how to rewrite polynomial expressions by factoring to simplify common factors. They will develop their skills in identifying the greatest common factor and using it to rewrite the expression.