Lesson Plan

Simplifying Square Roots of Whole Numbers

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Simplify your life by using a resource on simplifying square roots. Pupils review square roots and calculate values of given radical expressions using a calculator. The instructional activity concludes by having them consider the results to develop the multiplication property in simplifying square roots.

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CCSS: Adaptable
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Instructional Ideas
  • Have groups create problems to simplify and place them on a worksheet
Classroom Considerations
  • Learners should already have basic knowledge of square roots and radicals
  • The "Simply Radical" lesson builds on this one by considering square roots of algebraic monomials
Pros
  • Includes assessment questions to use during discussion
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Common Core