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Simplify Expression Using the Order of Operations
Allow learners to explore both the right and wrong way of completing equations with the order of operations. They discuss how the order in which operations are performed affects the outcome of a problem. A fun "trick" using order of...
Illustrative Mathematics
The Missing Coefficient
This activity highlights the use of the remainder theorem to solve for the unknown coefficient of a specified polynomial when given one of its factors. Use this single problem as a warm-up exercise, a quick check-in at the end of a...
Chicago Teachers Union Quest Center
Factored Form of a Quadratic Function
Build upon linear functions to learn about quadratics. The lesson introduces the concept of zeros for quadratic functions and makes the connection to the linear factors of the function. It presents quadratics in both graphical and...
EngageNY
Algebraic Expressions—The Distributive Property
Do your classes truly understand the distributive property? Use a demonstrative lesson to represent the distributive property in various ways. Learners solidify understanding by creating a geometric pattern for distributive property, and...
Mathematics Assessment Project
Representing Quadratic Functions Graphically
Sometimes being different is an advantage. An engaging activity has scholars match cards with quadratic functions in various forms. Along the way, they learn about how each form highlights key features of quadratic functions.
Mathematics Vision Project
Structures of Expressions
This comprehensive unit investigates transformations of quadratics, having learners follow "Optima" through the development and growth of her quilting business. Deftly weaving the story into the mathematical mechanics, the unit gives...
Inside Mathematics
Quadratic (2006)
Most problems can be solved using more than one method. A learning exercise includes just nine questions but many more ways to solve each. Scholars must graph, solve, and justify quadratic problems.
CCSS Math Activities
Smarter Balanced Sample Items: High School Math – Target E
Pupils rewrite expressions in equivalent forms to identify key features. They use the vertex and factored forms of quadratic expressions to identify the extrema and intercepts. To finish the installment of the Claim 1 Item Slide Show...
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Polynomial Function Exam 4
In this polynomial instructional activity, students solve 12 questions. The first five questions deal with the roots of the polynomials. Students state the inverse for one problem and the reciprocal for one problem. They make three...
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How to Write A + B square without ( )
For this algebra worksheet, students investigate the reason for factoring out a quadratic equation and rewrite it without parentheses. This sheet serves as a review guide for factoring quadratics.
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NY State Testing Program
In this math exam activity, 8th graders review geometric and algebraic concept including angles, polygons, equations, factoring and addition and subtraction, quadrilaterals, trig and circles. They take a comprehensive exam covering...
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Integrated Algebra
In this algebra worksheet, students review a variety of math concepts as related to algebra. They solve problems on statistics, factoring and solving equations. There are problems involving geometric formulas and shapes.
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Factorize Using Formula
In this algebra worksheet, students factor equations using the difference of squares formula. They solve quadratics by factoring. There are 6 questions with an answer key.
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L.C.M. of Polynomials
In this algebra worksheet, students solve polynomials by finding the LCM and factoring out what they have in common to simplify the equation. There are 6 questions with an answer key.
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Reciprocals
Young scholars factor rational expressions using their reciprocals. In this algebra lesson, students simplify rational equations by factoring the fraction vy its reciprocal. They use the distributive property and solve combining like terms.
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Quadratic Rules and Graphs
Students identify the properties of quadratic equations. In this algebra lesson, students find the vertex and intercepts of a parabola. They factor quadratics and identify the zeros of the equations.
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The Quadratic Formula
In this Algebra II instructional activity, 11th graders use the quadratic formula to solve quadratic equations and examine the discriminate to determine the number and type of roots a quadratic equation will have. The two page...
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Greatest Common Factor: Using the Factor Tree
Students find the greatest common factor of two numbers. In this algebra lesson, students use prime factorization to find their factor to simplify equations. they create a factor tree to find the factors of composite numbers.
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Numerical Analysis: Using the QR Algorithm
In this QR algorithm worksheet, students use the QR algorithm to solve an over-determined system of equations. This two-page worksheet contains 11 problems.
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Multiplying Two Binomials
In this algebra worksheet, students factor algebraic equations. They multiply binomials and reduce equations. There is an answer key.
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Complete the Square
In this quadratic equations worksheet, students complete the square, factor a trinomial, and solve using square roots. There are eight questions with a provided workspace.
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Complex and Imaginary Numbers
In this complex and imaginary numbers worksheet, students multiply and divide imaginary and complex numbers. They solve equations containing imaginary numbers. Students determine the roots, sum and product of the roots and the roots of...
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Representing Quadratics
Students represent quadratic equations using different methods. In this algebra activity, students solve quadratics using substitution, elimination and graphing. They relate quadratics to the real world.
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Investigating Parabolas
Students identify properties of parabolas. For this algebra lesson, students factor quadratic equations and identify the properties of parabolas. They find the roots, vertex and intercepts of a parabola.