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Multiplying Signed Numbers: Other Ways of Indicating Multiplication by Signed Numbers
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Multiplying Signed Numbers: Other Ways of Indicating Multiplication by Signed Numbers

This clip explains that signs can sometimes be confused with orders to add or subtract. To avoid this, signed numbers are sometimes enclosed in parentheses. And, in some instances, if both factors are in parentheses, "…we sometimes leave out the mu...

Multiplying Two Expressions
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Multiplying Two Expressions

Multiplying the contents of two sets of parentheses demonstrates how algebra provides the tools to break the most complicated problem into simple, sequential steps.

Subtraction Problem
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Subtraction Problem

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Dividing a Polynomial by a Monomial
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Dividing a Polynomial by a Monomial

Using the rules for exponents to divide a polynomial by a monomial.

Perimeter: Perimeter, Equilateral Polygons and Rectangles
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Perimeter: Perimeter, Equilateral Polygons and Rectangles

This clip explains that we can measure the perimeter of an equilateral polygon by multiplying the length of one side by the number of sides in the polygon. The clip also notes that the formula for measuring the perimeter of a rectangle is "perimeter...

Factor: a2 - ac - ab   bc
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Factor: a2 - ac - ab bc

When grouping terms, the goal is to end up with an expression that is equal to the original polynomial. Close attention to the signs is necessary to ensure a correct outcome. Remember that a minus sign in front of parentheses is the same as subtract...

Other Examples using Parentheses in Mathematics
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Other Examples using Parentheses in Mathematics

Using parentheses to clarify an expression. Evaluating expressions containing parentheses within parentheses.

Variables and the Greatest Common Factor
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Variables and the Greatest Common Factor

To factor completely, the greatest common factor must include every number and variable that is a factor of each term in the polynomial. A demonstration of how variables can be a part of the greatest common factor.

Using Parentheses in the Order of Operations
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Using Parentheses in the Order of Operations

Parentheses indicate a package and are a tool for changing the order of operations.

Distributive Law Demonstrated
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Distributive Law Demonstrated

The distributive law of multiplication over subtraction defined and explained.