Instructional Video

Factoring Quadratic Equations with Coefficients

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Explore the puzzle of factoring quadratic trinomials using the video lesson. The instructor demonstrates the trial and error process of finding the binomial factors. She shows how to check the factors using multiplication.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Review factoring finding factors of integers prior to the lesson
  • Have pupils multiply their factors to verify their answer and reinforce the connection to the distributive property
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners should be proficient with factoring quadratic expressions with leading coefficients of one
  • This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
  • The use of color helps to keep track of the various factor pairs
Cons
  • Shows only two examples that have a small number of possible combinations of factors
Common Core