Students design a rectangular box without a lid that has the largest possible volume using the supplied sheet of centimeter graph paper. They work in groups to construct different size boxes to determine the largest possible volume and...

In this algebra worksheet, students calculate the discriminant of a quadratic equation identifying the number of real solution for each equation. They complete the square and use the quadratic function to solve equations. There are 12...

Young scholars convert quadratic functions from standard form to vertex form. In this algebra instructional activity, students solve polynomials using synthetic and long division. They derive and apply the remainder theorem and factor...

Students use the relationship between volume and surface area to construct a box out of a piece of paper that maximizes volume using a table and by using graphing and calculus techniques.

Twelfth graders test their knowledge of Algebra II and Trigonometry.  In this Algebra II/Trigonometry lesson, 12th graders are provided with a copy of an Algebra II/Trigonometry Regent Exam from the fall of 2009.  The exam has...

Students solve quadratic function by completing the square. In this algebra activity, students use the quadratic formula to factor quadratics and find the roots. They graph the parabola and identify its properties.

Students discuss pyrotechnics and what they have noticed about their height and speed. They think about the path which fireworks follow which is a parabola. They follow multiplication patterns to determine the Zero Product Property and...

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Learn how to graph square root functions.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Given a function that involves a square root, make a table of values to graph it in the coordinate plane.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Determine how the graph of a square root function shifts as values are added and subtracted from the function and multiplied by it.

Provides detailed information about the graph of a radical function through the use of examples and a brief video lesson. [2:10]

Create a table of values to graph a square root function and identify the domain and the range.

Given a square root function or a rational function, the student will determine the effect on the graph when f(x) is replaced by af(x), f(x) + d, f(bx), and f(x - c) for specific positive and negative values.

Given the formula of a square-root or a cube-root function, find the appropriate graph.

[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson shows you how to look at the graph of a square root or cubed root function and determine the equation. Students examine guided notes, review guided...

This lesson will present how to graph translations of the square root function from the parent function [f(x) = ?x]. It is 4 of 4 in the series titled "Translations of a Square Root Function Graph." Includes short quiz.

This comprehensive study guide highlights the main terms and formulas needed to review irrational numbers and radicals. Examples are included.

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...

Given the formula of a square-root or a cube-root function, find the appropriate graph. Students receive immediate feedback and have the opportunity to try questions repeatedly, watch a video or receive hints.

This site is a tutorial for students in algebra 2 or for those who need a refresher. The site has explanations, definitions, examples, practice problems and practice tests are found covering topics such as linear equations, graphing,...

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...