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Lawrence Hall of Science

The Math Page: Skill in Algebra: Quadratic Equations

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Here is a site that clearly and thoroughly explains the quadratic equations, including how to solve them by factoring, completing the square, and using the quadratic formula. There are example problems solved, problems for the student to...
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Math Medics

S.o.s. Math: Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This lesson provides basic instruction on the major concepts in algebra. Content includes a focus on fractions, units of conversion, complex numbers, quadratic equations, factorization and roots of polynomials, solving equations, systems...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Solving Problems by Factoring

For Students 10th - 12th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers solving quadratic equations by factoring.
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Purple Math

Purplemath: Algebra Resources

For Students 9th - 10th
Purplemath contains about 40 different lessons on various algebra topics. The lessons are divided into five different sections: preliminary topics, beginning algebra, intermediate algebra, advanced algebra, and word problems. The lessons...
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BBC

Bbc: Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This resource takes a look at graphs of functions, composite functions, inverse functions and how to use completing the square to solve quadratic functions. A number of examples and a practice test are offered.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Analysis: Methods for Solving Quadratic Functions

For Students 11th - 12th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] A review of the three major methods of solving quadratic functions for ''X'' intercepts.
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Help Algebra

Help algebra.com: Quadratic Equations

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This article gives a definition of quadratic equations, then demonstrates how to solve them. Factoring, completing the square and the quadratic formula are the methods described. The examples are accompanied by lists of steps for solving...
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Math Is Fun

Math Is Fun: Derivation of Quadratic Formula

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The learning resource investigates the quadratic formula. Students learn how the formula is derived by completing the square and solving for x.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Solving Quadratic Equations Study Guide

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This comprehensive study guide highlights the main terms and formulas needed to review solving quadratic equations. Examples are included.
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Other

Cre: Ecuaciones Cuadraticas

For Students 9th - 10th
In Spanish. Clear step by step directions, explanations and example problems of quadratic equations. Explains factorization, the quadratic formula, and completing the square.
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University of Saskatchewan (Canada)

University of Saskatchewan: Algebra 1 Review

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A more advanced review of algebra concepts and practice review problems ranging from the basic rules of algebra to polynomials. A good test of readiness for higher level math courses.
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Other

Dans Math: Lessons: Intermediate Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
College professor Dan Bach presents a review of algebra concepts, including factoring, quadratic equations, and graphing parabolas. The examples are detailed, but easy to follow. This is a good site for reviewing before tests and quizzes.
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BBC

Bbc: Higher Bitesize Maths: Quadratic Theory

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A tutorial on quadratics presents topics including: factoring and solving quadratics, graphing quadratic functions, using completing the square and the quadratic formula to solve functions, the discriminant and conjugates. Plenty of...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: The Quadratic Formula: Deriving and Using the Quadratic Formula

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson covers deriving the quadratic formula and using it to solve any quadratic equation.
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Vertex Form of a Quadratic Equation

For Students 8th - 9th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Write quadratic functions in vertex form and find their vertex and intercepts.
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Wolfram Research

Wolfram Math World: Quadratic Equation

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This MathWorld site shows how to derive the quadratic formula.
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Purple Math

Purplemath: Graphing Quadratic Functions: Introduction

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The most basic quadratic is y = x2. The general technique for graphing quadratics is the same as for graphing linear equations. The quadratics graph as curvy lines (called "parabolas"), rather than the straight lines generated by linear...
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Wyzant

Wyzant: Factoring Completely

For Students 9th - 10th
The resource examines the algebra topic of solving equations. Students view the tutorial to review how to solve by factoring. The lesson consists of the greatest common factor, difference between two squares, and trinomial techniques. An...
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Math Is Fun

Math Is Fun: Real World Examples of Quadratic Equations

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides examples of how quadratic equations can be used in real-world scenarios, and the different methods used to solve them.
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Wyzant

Wyzant: Calculators Index

For Students 9th - 10th
Online calculators will help you solve equations, factor, complete the square, simplify, graph, and substitute.
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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: High School Basic Algebra Review

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
An overview of basic high school algebra topics can be found here. Absolute value, signed numbers, inequalities and equations, mixture problems, and direct and indirect variation are all listed, each with links to questions posed by...
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Illustrative Mathematics

Illustrative Mathematics: G Gpe Slopes and Circles

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
The purpose of this task is to lead students through an algebraic approach to a well-known result from classical geometry, namely, that a point X is on the circle of diameter AB whenever angle AXB is a right angle. This consists of...
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CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Vertical Line Test

For Students 9th - 10th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This concept introduces students to relations and what makes a relation a function.
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Wolfram Research

Wolfram Math World: World's Most Extensive Mathematics Resource

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
MathWorld provides a huge mathematics encyclopedia detailing the concepts of geometry, algebra, calculus, discrete math, number theory, and other math topics--complete with formulas, diagrams, examples, and references for thorough...