Factoring a Denominator to Add Rational Expressions
The process of working with a rational expression that contains a quadratic trinomial in the denominator is illustrated.
Factoring before Multiplying Rational Expressions
If a rational expression is more complicated, factoring before multiplying might be indicated.
Factoring by Inspection
Sometimes the greatest common factor is immediately recognizable. Definition and demonstration of factoring by inspection.
Factoring with (-1) to Rewrite a Polynomial
Factoring with negative numbers. Using negative one to change the signs of each term in an expression.
False Inequality, A
How to identify a false inequality.
Finding Coordinates from Points on the Plane
Finding coordinates from points on a graph.
Finding Distance on a Graph Using the Pythagorean Theorem and the Distance Formula
The Pythagorean Theorem can be used to solve a distance problem on the coordinate plane. The same problem is also solved using the distance formula.
Finding Equations from Vertical/Horizontal Line Graphs
Finding the equation represented in a graph.
Finding Rate From a Graphed Line
Plotting a second line on a graph produces a comparison of the hourly cost to park at two different parking lots.
Finding Rate of Change From a Graphed Line
The procedure for finding rate of change from a graphed line is detailed.