Algebra Tiles - Introduction and Zero Pairs

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What are algebra tiles?

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Algebra tiles are physical or virtual manipulatives used to represent algebraic expressions and equations. They help visualize operations like addition, subtraction, and factoring.

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What is a zero pair in algebra tiles?

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A zero pair consists of one positive tile and one negative tile that cancel each other out, resulting in a total value of zero.

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How do you represent +2 using algebra tiles?

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You would use two positive tiles.

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How do you represent -3 using algebra tiles?

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You would use three negative tiles.

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What is the result of combining +4 and -4 using algebra tiles?

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The result is 0, as the positive and negative tiles cancel each other out.

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What expression represents the tiles: 3 positive tiles and 2 negative tiles?

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The expression is 3 + -2.

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What expression represents the tiles: 5 positive tiles and 1 negative tile?

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The expression is 5 + -1.

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What happens when you cancel zero pairs?

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When you cancel zero pairs, you simplify the expression by removing the tiles that add up to zero.

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If you have 2 positive tiles and 2 negative tiles, what remains after canceling zero pairs?

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0 remains after canceling the zero pairs.

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What is the expression for 7 positive tiles and 3 negative tiles?

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The expression is 7 + -3.