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Brown Math: Solving Polynomial Equations
The many facets of factoring polynomials and solving polynomial equations are explained here in great detail. Taking students from basic definitions through the Descartes Rule of Signs, this is a valuable tool for math classes.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Ask Dr. Math: Solving Polynomials
Question and Answer forum about solving a polynomial equation. See how this problem was solved correctly.
National Council of Teachers of Mathematics
The Math Forum: Nctm: Ask Dr. Math: Zeros of Polynomials
Math Forum offers an example of how to find the zeros of a polynomial equation.
Texas A&M University
Wtamu Virtual Math Lab: College Algebra: Solving Polynomial Equations: Factoring
Using this tutorial, you'll learn to write polynomial equations in standard form, to use the zero factor property, and to solve polynomial equations by factoring.
Writing Fix
Writing Fix: An I Pod Inspired Writing Lesson: Dancing With the Math Stars
This is a great math writing assignment. First, students learn about the patterns and shapes of polynomial equations and their inverses by making their bodies imitate mathematical concepts, using popular disco & 80's dance moves....
Stefan Warner and Steven R. Costenoble
Finite Mathematics & Applied Calculus: Equations
The tutorial investigates how to solve polynomial equations. Students learn about the concept through class notes, examples, and practice problems.
Oswego City School District
Regents Exam Prep Center: Polynomial Equations of a Higher Degree
The lesson discusses solving and graphing polynomial equations of higher degree. The resource consists of class notes, calculator tips, examples, and practice problems with solutions. The teacher resource includes an activity that...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Algebra: Monomial Factors of Polynomials
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Find monomial factors of polynomials
Varsity Tutors
Varsity Tutors: Hotmath: Practice Problems: Solving Polynomial Equations and Inequalities
Eighteen problems present a variety of practice solving polynomial equations and inequalities. They are given with each step to the solution cleverly revealed one at a time. You can work each step of the problem then click the "View...
Purple Math
Purplemath: Descartes' Rule of Signs
Purplemath provides examples that helps explain Descartes' rule of signs, which will help you find the zeros of a polynomial.
Math Planet
Math Planet: Polynomial Equations in Factored Form
All equations are composed of polynomials. If you know how to solve equations containing polynomials of the first degree, then you can solve equations of higher degree. One way to solve a polynomial equation is to use the zero-product...
Math Planet
Math Planet: Use Graphing to Solve Quadratic Equations
A quadratic equation is an equation that can be written on the standard form ax^2 + bx + c = 0, where a is not = 0. One way of solving a quadratic equation is by factoring. Another way of solving a quadratic equation is to solve it...
Purple Math
Purplemath: Numerical Approximation of Zeroes: The Midpoint Method
Explains the reasoning and methodology for the process of numerically approximating the zeroes of a non solvable polynomial.
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Find Imaginary Solutions
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] In this lesson, students are finding complex roots of polynomials and applications of the Fundamental Theorem of Algebra. Students examine guided notes, review...
CK-12 Foundation
Ck 12: Analysis: Finding Zeros of Polynomials
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] This lesson shows you how to find all the rational and real-number solutions of a polynomial. Students examine guided notes, review guided practice, watch...
Purple Math
Purplemath: Solving Polynomial Inequalities
Demonstrates the 'factor table' method for solving polynomial inequalities.
Math Notes and Math Tests
Pre Calculus Notes: Finding Zeros of Polynomial Functions [Pdf]
Students learn how to find the zeros of a polynomial function. Topics include rational zero test, factoring, and conjugate pairs of zeros. Techniques and examples are included
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)
University of Saskatchewan: Polynomials and Roots
This site, which is given by the University of Saskatchewan, provides a general overview of polynomials and roots. Examples and exercises are included.
University of Saskatchewan (Canada)
University of Saskatchewan: Factoring Polynomials Given One Root
Contains a few example problems on factoring polynomials with a given root.
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Solutions: Lesson 7
This lesson defines the term solution. It is 7 of 8 in the series titled "Solutions."
Sophia Learning
Sophia: Solutions: Lesson 1
This lesson defines the term solution. It is 1 of 8 in the series titled "Solutions."
Interactive Mathematics
Interactive Mathematics: Polynomial Functions and Equations
Want to find the roots of a polynomial function? Learn how, using several methods in this tutorial. Graphing and Scientific Notebook are used on the main page. Click on the "Dinosaur Method" link at the bottom of the page to see the...
Purple Math
Purplemath: Finding Quadratics From Their Zeroes
Students often have difficulty "working backwards" from the solution of a problem to its original question. Finding a polynomial, given its roots, is an example of a "working backwards" problem. Here are several examples using different...
Purple Math
Purplemath: Solving Polynomials: How To
Demonstrates the steps involved in solving a general polynomial, including how to use the Rational Roots Test and synthetic division. Points out when using a graphing calculator can be very helpful.