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What does it mean to factor the difference of two squares? The interactive presents an area model of the difference of two squares. Pupils rearrange the model to create a rectangular area. The learners determine the length and width factors of the rectangular area.
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Instructional Ideas
- Use specific numbers for a and b to verify the products
- Develop several differences of two squares for the class to factor
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Pros
- Supplemental materials contain sample problems
- The interactive shows the correct answer if students select the wrong one
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