Factoring Polynomials when a > 1

Factoring Polynomials when a > 1

Assessment

Flashcard

Mathematics

9th Grade

Hard

Created by

Quizizz Content

FREE Resource

Student preview

quiz-placeholder

15 questions

Show all answers

1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is factoring in algebra?

Back

Factoring is the process of breaking down an expression into a product of simpler expressions, called factors.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a polynomial?

Back

A polynomial is a mathematical expression that consists of variables, coefficients, and exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What does it mean when a polynomial is in the form ax^2 + bx + c?

Back

This is the standard form of a quadratic polynomial, where 'a', 'b', and 'c' are constants, and 'a' is not equal to zero.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the significance of the leading coefficient in a polynomial?

Back

The leading coefficient is the coefficient of the term with the highest degree. It affects the direction of the parabola when graphed.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How do you factor a polynomial when a > 1?

Back

To factor a polynomial where the leading coefficient 'a' is greater than 1, look for two numbers that multiply to 'a*c' and add to 'b', then use these to split the middle term.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the first step in factoring the polynomial 5k^2 - 18k + 9?

Back

Identify the leading coefficient (5), the middle coefficient (-18), and the constant term (9). Then find two numbers that multiply to 5*9=45 and add to -18.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What are the factors of the polynomial 3v^2 - 4v - 7?

Back

The factors are (3v - 7)(v + 1).

Create a free account and access millions of resources

Create resources
Host any resource
Get auto-graded reports
or continue with
Microsoft
Apple
Others
By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Service & Privacy Policy
Already have an account?