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National Council of Teachers of Mathematics

The Math Forum: Factoring Polynomials

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Links to numerous question/answer sessions on factoring polynomials.
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Unit Plan
Richland Community College

Real Zeros of Polynomial Functions

For Students 10th - 12th Standards
This site from the Richland Community College contains information on long and synthetic division, the remainder theorem and the factor theorem.
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Handout
Wolfram Research

Wolfram Math World: Polynomial Roots

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site from MathWorld discusses the roots of polynomial equations. The site is wonderful in the sense that it gives a few examples to follow the somewhat ambiguous Vieta's theorem. Theorems discussed and applied are the fundamental...
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Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Factored Polynomials

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
The students will identify x-intercepts of polynomials and then write their own equations for polynomials.
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Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Second Degree and Higher Polynomials

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
Students will apply the four basic operations to polynomials and factor polynomials.
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Unit Plan
Texas A&M University

Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: College Algebra: Rational Zero Theorem

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This tutorial will show you how to use the rational zero theorem, to find all zeros of a polynomial function, and how to use Descartes' rule of signs. Offers step-by-step solutions to example problems as well as practice problems for you...
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Handout
Math Medics

S.o.s. Math: Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This lesson takes a look at the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. It gives information on solving multiplicity of roots and quadratic polynomials. Also gives a brief history and provides some learning exercises to practice.
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University of Saskatchewan (Canada)

University of Saskatchewan: Algebra 1 Review

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A more advanced review of algebra concepts and practice review problems ranging from the basic rules of algebra to polynomials. A good test of readiness for higher level math courses.
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Other

Karl's Calculus Tutor: Algebra Concepts Polynomials

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
This site gives a brief explanation to topics that are prerequisites to studying calculus. Among these operations factoring of polynomials. Special polynomials such as conjugates and differences of squares are also mentioned.
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eBook
Math Planet

Math Planet: Algebra 2: Basic Knowledge of Polynomial Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Polynomial functions are investigated through examples and a video lesson. [0:57]
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eBook
Math Planet

Math Planet: Algebra 2: Polynomial Functions: Remainder and Factor Theorems

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Provides examples and a video lesson that illustrate the remainder and factor theorems. [1:34]
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eBook
Math Planet

Math Planet: Algebra 2: Polynomial Functions: Roots and Zeros

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Provides examples and a video lesson that illustrate roots and zeros in polynomial functions. [4:01]
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McGraw Hill

Glencoe Mathematics: Online Study Tools: Self Check Quiz on Polynomial Functions

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Learners demonstrate comprehension of advanced mathematical concepts in Algebra II. The questions check understanding on polynomial functions. Topics include degree, roots, and graphing.
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McGraw Hill

Glencoe Mathematics: Quiz on the Remainder and Factor Theorems

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
The online assessment demonstrates knowledge of advanced mathematical concepts in Algebra II. The questions test students on the remainder and factor theorems.
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Unit Plan
Mangahigh

Mangahigh: Algebra: Factor Using a Common Expression

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Students explore an interactive tutorial on factoring and then practice their knowledge by attempting ten questions that increase in difficulty level.
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Handout
University of St. Andrews (UK)

University of St. Andrews: The Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Contains a brief historical description of how the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra evolved.
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Activity
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Algebra Review: Relatively Prime Numbers and Polynomials

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Find a quick, concise explanation of relatively prime numbers and how this concept applies to polynomials. Examples are given and clearly explained.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Algebra: Factoring by Grouping

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Group terms in quadratic expressions to help completely factor them.
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Activity
Varsity Tutors

Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Rational Zeros and the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
Twenty-four problems present a variety of practice applying the Rational Zeros Theorem and The Fundamental Theorem of Algebra in different situations. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can...
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Activity
Texas Instruments

Texas Instruments: Polynomial Root Finder App

For Teachers 9th - 10th Standards
This App allows students to calculate real and complex roots for polynomials up to degree 30 using eigenvalues and easily graph polynomials.
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Handout
Math Medics

S.o.s. Math: Factoring Over the Complex Numbers

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
S.O.S. Math provides information, including examples, on factoring over the complex numbers.
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Website
Other

U of North Dakota: Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
A historical overview of the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. Links to historic mathematicians and the development of this theorem.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Analysis: Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson shows you how to find any solution, including imaginary ones, to a polynomial. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch instructional...
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Fundamental Theorem of Algebra

For Students 9th - 10th Standards
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Know the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra; show that it is true for quadratic polynomials.