Discover how algebra tiles can help in dividing polynomials. Pupils watch as instructors demonstrate how to use algebra tiles to solve problems involving the division of a quadratic expression by a linear expression. Once they get the...

Apply the power of mathematics to the power expressions. The instructional activity gives examples of expressions that utilize each of the exponent rules to simplify. Once seeing the exponent rules individually, scholars combine them to...

Shuffle 'em up and deal! Learners practice operations with polynomials using cards they pass around the room. The activity works with pairs or individuals, so it offers great flexibility. This is the fifth installment in a series of 42...

Young mathematicians discover trees organize more than just families — they help factor, too. The lesson begins with factor trees and develops slowly to factoring by grouping and special patterns. 

Tiles are not just for algebra—see how they can help with multiplication too. Young mathematicians learn to use algebra tiles to model the multiplication of polynomials. A follow-up worksheet provides practice with the skill.

Scholars learn how using algebra tiles to add and subtract polynomials can model how to combine polynomials. They use their newfound knowledge to complete a worksheet of problems.

Rewrite rational expressions of the form a(x)/b(x), where a(x) is a polynomial and b(x) is a monomial, in the form q(x)+r(x)/b(x), where q(x) and r(x) are polynomials and the degree of r(x) is less than the degree of b(x). Students...

Factor the numerator and the denominator of a rational expression and cancel out common monomial factors. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video, or receive hints.

This website provides information for both students learning about polynomials and for teachers planning lessons. Students, check out steps for dividing polynomials in the lesson provided and test your understanding in the "Practice...