Factoring Quadratic Expressions with Algebra Tiles
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.
Öppen fråga 1
What do each of the different types of algebra tiles represent in the quadratic expression?
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Öppen fråga 2
Explain how the number of each type of algebra tile relates to the quadratic expression.
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Öppen fråga 3
Explain how the dimensions of the rectangle formed by the algebra tiles relate to the binomial factors.
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Öppen fråga 4
Is there more than one way to factor a quadratic trinomial? Why or why not?
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Öppen fråga 5
Expressions like and are called perfect square trinomials. Why do you think they are called that?
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Öppen fråga 6
What do you notice about the factors of perfect square trinomials?
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Öppen fråga 7
Can a constant of a perfect square trinomial ever be negative? Why or why not?
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