Multiplying Binomials with Algebra Tiles
Multiplying Binomials with Algebra Tiles
Build monomials using algebra tiles and observe how they are multiplied and simplified.
Putting It All Together
Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.
Open vraag 1
List all the types of algebra tiles.
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Open vraag 2
Explain the area and dimensions of each type of algebra tile.
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Open vraag 3
Why could the arrangement of algebra tiles into a rectangle be described as an area problem?
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Open vraag 4
Describe what a rectangle composed of algebra tiles would look like for (x+4)(x+3).
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Open vraag 5
Before the expanded product is simplified, (x+4)(x+3) = x2 + 4x + 3x + 12. How are 4x and 3x represented in the algebra tiles rectangle?
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Open vraag 6
How many big square algebra tiles would you use for (3x + 1)(2x +3)?
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Open vraag 7
What do you notice about the differences between positive and negative algebra tiles?
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Open vraag 8
What happens to the algebra tiles when like terms zero out?
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