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What is the result of the expression (x + 6)² using the square of a binomial formula?
What is the result of the expression (x + 6)² using the square of a binomial formula?
x² + 12x + 36
If you apply the product of the sum and difference formula to (3a + 4)(3a - 4), what is the resulting expression?
If you apply the product of the sum and difference formula to (3a + 4)(3a - 4), what is the resulting expression?
9a² - 16
How would you expand (5m – 2)(5m + 2) using the product of sum and difference rule?
How would you expand (5m – 2)(5m + 2) using the product of sum and difference rule?
25m² - 4
Using the shortcut method, what is the expansion of (2x + 3y)²?
Using the shortcut method, what is the expansion of (2x + 3y)²?
When determining the product of (a + 5)(a - 5), which mathematical identity are you using?
When determining the product of (a + 5)(a - 5), which mathematical identity are you using?
What is the result when expanding (2x + 3)² using the square of a binomial?
What is the result when expanding (2x + 3)² using the square of a binomial?
For the expression (3y - 2x)(3y + 2x), what is the simplified outcome?
For the expression (3y - 2x)(3y + 2x), what is the simplified outcome?
What are the resulting coefficients when expanding (4x + 2)²?
What are the resulting coefficients when expanding (4x + 2)²?
What is the factored form of the expression $x^2 + 2xy + y^2$?
What is the factored form of the expression $x^2 + 2xy + y^2$?
How would you factor the expression $x^2 - 2xy + y^2$?
How would you factor the expression $x^2 - 2xy + y^2$?
Using the FOIL method, what are the binomials that would yield the expression $x^2 + 5x - 24$?
Using the FOIL method, what are the binomials that would yield the expression $x^2 + 5x - 24$?
When applying the concept of special products, what is the expanded form of $(2x + 5y)^2$?
When applying the concept of special products, what is the expanded form of $(2x + 5y)^2$?
What are the factors of the quadratic trinomial $6x^2 - 7x - 20$ using the trial and error method?
What are the factors of the quadratic trinomial $6x^2 - 7x - 20$ using the trial and error method?
How can you express the trinomial $1 - 28ab + 196a^2b^2$ using perfect square factors?
How can you express the trinomial $1 - 28ab + 196a^2b^2$ using perfect square factors?
What does the expression $(a + 2b)^2 - 2(a + 2b) - 35$ factor to?
What does the expression $(a + 2b)^2 - 2(a + 2b) - 35$ factor to?
What is the process for factoring trinomials of the form $ax^2 + bx + c$ where |a| > 1?
What is the process for factoring trinomials of the form $ax^2 + bx + c$ where |a| > 1?
How can you factor a perfect square trinomial, and what is its general form?
How can you factor a perfect square trinomial, and what is its general form?
What is the difference of two squares and how can it be factored?
What is the difference of two squares and how can it be factored?
What is the outcome when applying the FOIL method to the binomials $(x + y)(x - y)$?
What is the outcome when applying the FOIL method to the binomials $(x + y)(x - y)$?
Explain how to factor the equation $9x^2 - 25$ using the difference of squares method.
Explain how to factor the equation $9x^2 - 25$ using the difference of squares method.
In binomial expansion, what pattern does the square of a binomial $(a + b)^2$ follow?
In binomial expansion, what pattern does the square of a binomial $(a + b)^2$ follow?
When applying the removal of a common factor, how do you factor the expression $2bx - 6by + 4bz$?
When applying the removal of a common factor, how do you factor the expression $2bx - 6by + 4bz$?
Describe what occurs when you factor the perfect square trinomial $x^2 + 10x + 25$.
Describe what occurs when you factor the perfect square trinomial $x^2 + 10x + 25$.
What is the result of factoring the trinomial $x^2 - 12x + 36$?
What is the result of factoring the trinomial $x^2 - 12x + 36$?
Flashcards
Product of Sum and Difference
Product of Sum and Difference
(x + y)(x - y) = x² - y²
Square of a Binomial
Square of a Binomial
(x + y)² = x² + 2xy + y² ; (x - y)² = x² - 2xy + y²
(3a + 5)²
(3a + 5)²
9a² + 30a + 25
(a - 3b)(a + 3b)
(a - 3b)(a + 3b)
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(x - 9)(4x - 7)
(x - 9)(4x - 7)
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(x + 8)(x + 7)
(x + 8)(x + 7)
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(2x + 3)²
(2x + 3)²
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(3x - 4y)(2x + 5y)
(3x - 4y)(2x + 5y)
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Factoring Polynomials
Factoring Polynomials
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Common Factor
Common Factor
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Difference of Two Squares
Difference of Two Squares
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Factor a Difference of Two Squares
Factor a Difference of Two Squares
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Perfect Trinomial Square
Perfect Trinomial Square
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Factor Perfect Trinomial Square
Factor Perfect Trinomial Square
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Factor 7x² - 7y
Factor 7x² - 7y
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Factor 4a²x² - 25b²x²
Factor 4a²x² - 25b²x²
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Factoring Perfect Trinomial Squares
Factoring Perfect Trinomial Squares
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Factoring Trinomials of the Form x² + bx + c
Factoring Trinomials of the Form x² + bx + c
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Factoring Trinomials of the form ax² + bx + c
Factoring Trinomials of the form ax² + bx + c
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Perfect Square Trinomial
Perfect Square Trinomial
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Difference of Squares
Difference of Squares
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Quadratic Trinomial
Quadratic Trinomial
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Trial-and-error Factoring
Trial-and-error Factoring
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Discriminant
Discriminant
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Study Notes
Chapter 1 Polynomials
- Objectives:
- Recall fundamental operations for signed numbers
- Apply basic rules and concepts of rational expressions
- Understand basic polynomial operations
- Key Concepts:
- Algebra is a branch of mathematics that uses mathematical statements to describe relationships between varying things (e.g., supply and price).
- Variables are used to represent quantities that vary.
- Algebraic expressions combine letters and symbols to represent values and relationships.
- Set: A collection of unique objects, elements.
The Real Number System
- Set: A collection of unique objects.
- Element: A unique object within a set.
- Set representation: Roster form and set-builder form.
- Roster form lists elements.
- Set-builder form describes elements using a rule.
- Examples:
- Set of positive numbers
- Set of counting numbers less than ten
- Set of vowels in the English alphabet
Types of Numbers
- Natural numbers: Used for counting (1, 2, 3, etc.). Prime numbers have only 1 and themselves as factors; composite numbers have other factors besides 1 and themselves.
- Whole numbers: Natural numbers and zero.
- Integers: Whole numbers and their opposites.
- Rational numbers: Numbers that can be expressed as a fraction (ratio of two integers). Can be terminating or repeating decimals.
- Irrational numbers: Numbers that cannot be expressed as a fraction. Have non-terminating, non-repeating decimals (e.g., √2, π).
- Real numbers: All rational and irrational numbers.
Operations of Signed Numbers
- Adding integers with same sign: Add absolute values, keep the common sign.
- Adding integers with different signs: Subtract absolute values, use sign of larger absolute value.
- Subtracting integers: Change sign of subtrahend, then add.
- Multiplying integers: Like signs give positive result, unlike signs give negative result.
- Dividing integers: Like signs give positive result, unlike signs give negative result.
Algebraic Expressions
- Definition: A meaningful collection of numbers, variables, and signs of mathematical operations.
- Example: 8x², where 8 is the numerical coefficient, x is the variable, and 2 is the exponent (power).
- Laws of Exponents
- Product of powers: am * an = am+n
- Power of a power: (am)n= amn
- Power of a product: (ab)m = ambm
Polynomials
- Definition: A special type of algebraic expression; terms are in the form axn or bxyn where a and b are real numbers and m and n are whole numbers.
- Examples: 2x, x² + 3x - 1, √2x² + 3x³y-x²y²-ху³+y4
- Monomial: One term (e.g., 3x²)
- Binomial: Two terms (e.g., 2x - 3y)
- Trinomial: Three terms (e.g., x² - 8x + 12)
Operations on Polynomials
- Addition/Subtraction: Combine like terms.
- Multiplication: Use distributive law.
- Division: Apply exponent rules, including quotients.
Special Products (Chapter II)
- Product of two binomials: The product of two binomial factors (e.g., (ax + b)(cx + d)) can be obtained by multiplying - first terms (of the binomials) - outside terms (of the binomials) - inside terms (of the binomials) - last terms (of the binomials)
- Product of the sum and difference of two numbers: (x +y)(x - y) = x² - y²
- Square of a binomial: (x + y)² = x² + 2xy + y² and (x - y)² = x² - 2xy + y²
Factoring (Chapter III)
- Removal of Common Factor: Divide the polynomial by the highest common factor.
- Difference of Two Squares: (x² - y²) = (x + y)(x - y)
- Perfect Trinomial Square: x² + 2xy + y² = (x+y)² and x² -2xy + y² = (x-y)²
- Trinomials of the form ax² + bx + c (where |a|>1):
- Often solved by trial and error, finding factors that multiply to 'a' and 'c'. Their sum must be the value of 'b'.
Radicals (Chapter IV)
- Radicand: The number under the radical symbol.
- Index: The number outside the radical symbol (e.g. the 3 in 3√2).
- Properties of Radicals: Manipulating radicals according to their index and radicand.
- Operations on Radicals: Combining like radicals; multiplying radicals; dividing radicals.
Linear Equations (Chapter V)
- Equation: A mathematical statement that two algebraic expressions are equal.
- Linear Equation: An equation where the greatest exponent of the variable(s) is one.
- Conditional Equation: An equation is true for specific values of the variable, but not all values.
- Identity Equation: An equation that is true for all permissible values of the variables involved.
- Solving Linear Equations: Steps to find the unknown value in an equation.
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This quiz explores fundamental concepts in Algebra, focusing on polynomials and the real number system. It covers operations with signed numbers, rational expressions, and basic polynomial operations, as well as understanding sets and their representations. Test your knowledge and grasp of these essential algebraic principles.