Wednesday, August 17, 2016

August 17, 2016 - SM3 - 5.3; 5.5; Hints on How to Factor

Welcome Back!

Important Date:

August 26, 2016

Test #1 (Review Material)




HOMEWORK:

Part A

Section 5.3: 31 - 77 (Every Other Odd); Section 5.5: 15, 21, 27

For those who choose to procrastinate their homework you have the additional opportunity as listed below:

Part B

Section 5.3: 32 - 78 (Even numbers); Section 5.5: 16, 22, 28

Helpful Hints to Factor Simple Polynomial Expressions/Equations:

1. If possible, first factor out a greatest common factor.
2. If you have four terms, explore factoring by grouping.
3. if you have two terms, explore using the formulas for the difference of two squares, etc.
4. If you have three terms, explore to see if you have a perfect square trinomial.
5. If you have three terms, attempt trial and error.
6. If you have three terms, and you have an equation, use the quadratic formula.
7. If needed remember the useful tool of U-Substitution.

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