Factoring Quadratic Expressions with Algebra Tiles
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Factor quadratic polynomials, including special products.
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Factoring Quadratic Expressions with Algebra Tiles
Explore how quadratic expressions are represented and factored using algebra tiles.
Putting It All Together
Answer these open ended questions on your own or with others to form deeper math connections.
Pregunta abierta 1
What do each of the different types of algebra tiles represent in the quadratic expression?
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Pregunta abierta 2
Explain how the number of each type of algebra tile relates to the quadratic expression.
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Pregunta abierta 3
Explain how the dimensions of the rectangle formed by the algebra tiles relate to the binomial factors.
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Pregunta abierta 4
Is there more than one way to factor a quadratic trinomial? Why or why not?
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Pregunta abierta 5
Expressions like and are called perfect square trinomials. Why do you think they are called that?
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Pregunta abierta 6
What do you notice about the factors of perfect square trinomials?
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Pregunta abierta 7
Can a constant of a perfect square trinomial ever be negative? Why or why not?
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