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Brian McLogan
Factoring Quadratics in Your Head when a is not 1
In this video I will show you how to factor a quadratic in your head when a is not equal to 1
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Easy Vs Hard Solving Linear Equations
This video explains how to solve easy and hard linear equations. The easy example demonstrates solving a two-step equation (0:46), while the hard example tackles a more complex equation involving a variable in the denominator and...
Brian McLogan
Easy Vs Hard Evaluate Inverse Tangent
In this video we are going to explore an easy problem for evaluating the inverse of the tangent function and a hard problem for evaluating the inverse tangent.
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Easy Medium Hard Solve a Logarithmic Equation
Lets go an explore solving logarithmic equations by covering a easy a medium and a hard example
Brian McLogan
Don't do this! Graphing Radicals
Common mistake students make graphing radical functions deal when there is two horizontal transformations.
Brian McLogan
Determine the Quadrant Fast (Sketching Angles)
In this video we are going to work on how to determine the quadrant that the terminal side of an angle lies in.
Brian McLogan
Can You Solve These Linear Equations with Parentheses?
In this video we are going to go over a easy a medium and a hard example of solving linear equations with parenthesis
Brian McLogan
Breaking Down Long Division of Polynomials
In this video I am going to break down a very simple and basic example to understand how long division works with polynomials
Brian McLogan
Beginner Guide For Evaluating Trig Functions
When you are first learning how to evaluate trig functions using the unit circle there are some very important steps you need to know and understand. In this video we will dive right in
Brian McLogan
5 Graphing Logarithms Tips In One Equation
In this video, I provide five tips for graphing logarithmic functions, especially if you struggle with graphing logarithms. We'll cover how to graph logs and address common mistakes, including understanding asymptotes to accurately plot...
Brian McLogan
4 Rules of Logarithms To Follow To Solve
In this video we are going to explore how to use the rules of logarithms to solve an exponential equation. We will use 4 different properties to help us solve
Brian McLogan
3 Ways To Find Zeros and Multiplicity of a Polynomial
Let's explore o to identify the zeros of a polynomial and the multiplicity of those zeros by factoring. Each of these examples we will explore a different factoring technique.
Brian McLogan
3 Tips for Solving a System of Equations
When you are trying to solve a system of equations there are three tips that I want for you to remember.
Brian McLogan
3 Tips for Graphing Piecewise Functions
In this video we are going to explore three tips that you can follow to better understand graphing logarithms.
Brian McLogan
Quick Review of Adding and Subtracting Rational Expressions
Let's do a quick review of adding and subtracting rational expressions. Working through the basics and examples finding the LCD
Brian McLogan
A Step by Step Guide To Long Division Algorithm
In this video we are going to work through long division of polynomials step by step.
Brian McLogan
5 problems pre-calculus students should do in their head
Not all problems should be done in your head, but sometimes it is advised to do math in your head. Here are my top problems I want my students to be able to do.
Brian McLogan
3 Mistakes Students Make Solving Exponential Equations
In this video we will explore three of the most common mistakes students make when solving exponential equations
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3 Different Solutions to a system of equations
In this video we are going to cover the three different solutions you can expect from a system of linear equations. How to identify one solution, no solution and infinite many solutions.
Brian McLogan
how do you graph something like this?
In this video a student asked me to graph a line in standard form. I will show you two different ways to graph.
Brian McLogan
Distributive Property For Factoring (Let's Learn Factoring)
I like students to understand distributive property before we get to factoring because it reinforces the understanding combining like terms and where that dreaded middle term goes.
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difference between sum and Difference to Factor
In this video I am going to detail the factoring must knows to understand how to factor quickly and effectively
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The Square Root Graph Is Simple, If you Can Remember This
What should you know about the square root graph to make sure that you can graph it at any time. Well that is to know the table of values that work
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Silly Mistakes Students Make with Rules of Exponents
I see students make these type of mistakes all the time when they are first learning rules of exponents and even years after.