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Multiple Choice

Simplify: $$-3 + 5 - (-2)$$

• $$0$$

• $$4$$

• $$10$$

• $$6$$

• 4

Open Ended

Why is it important to learn how to simplify and solve equations in mathematics?

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a common reason for factoring algebraic expressions?

• To make equations easier to solve

• To increase the complexity of equations

• To change the variables in an equation

• To avoid using algebraic methods

Multiple Choice

What is the main purpose of factorization in algebra?

• To simplify algebraic expressions and solve equations more easily

• To make expressions more complex

• To eliminate variables from equations

• To convert numbers into decimals

Multiple Choice

Which of the following expressions is equivalent to (x + 2)(x + 3)?

• x^2 + 5x + 6

• x^2 - 5x + 6

• x^2 + 6x + 5

• x^2 - 6x + 5

Open Ended

What are the steps involved in factoring by grouping?

Fill in the Blank

The expression a^2 - b^2 can be factored as ___

Open Ended

Explain the difference of squares and provide an example of how it is factored.

Multiple Select

Select all the correct identities related to perfect square trinomials and difference of squares.

• (a+b)^2 = a^2 + 2ab + b^2

• (a-b)^2 = a^2 - 2ab + b^2

• a^2 - b^2 = (a+b)(a-b)

• (a+b)^2 = a^2 - 2ab + b^2

Multiple Choice

Which method is used to factor trinomials when 'a' is different from 1 in ax² + bx + c?

• Aspa simple (multiplication and division)

• Difference of squares

• Sum of cubes

• Quadratic formula

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct factorization for a³ + b³?

• (a + b)(a² - ab + b²)

• (a - b)(a² + ab + b²)

• (a + b)(a² + ab + b²)

• (a - b)(a² - ab + b²)

Fill in the Blank

Fill in the blank: To factor x³ - 8, use the formula (x - 2)(x² + ___x + 4).

Multiple Select

Select all the steps that are part of the general strategy for factoring polynomials.

• Look for the common factor first

• Count the terms of the polynomial

• If two terms, check for difference of squares

• If three terms, check for perfect square trinomial or general trinomial

Open Ended

How can combining different factoring methods help simplify a polynomial completely?

Open Ended

What method of factorization would be most appropriate to solve the expression 4x² - 9y²? Why?

Multiple Select

Which of the following expressions can be factored using the difference of squares method?

• 49a² - 81b²

• x² + 10x + 25

• 6x²y - 9xy² + 3xy

• x² - y²

Multiple Choice

What is the process of transforming an algebraic expression into a product of simpler factors called?

• Factorization

• Simplification

• Expansion

• Division

Multiple Select

Which of the following are key applications of factorization in mathematics?

• Solving quadratic equations

• Finding hidden patterns

• Organizing puzzles

• Calculating averages

Open Ended

Explain why factorization is a fundamental tool in algebra and how it helps in solving equations.

Fill in the Blank

Identify the greatest ___ that all terms in a polynomial share.

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is the correct factorization for the difference of squares a² - b²?

• (a + b)(a - b)

• (a + b)²

• (a - b)²

• (a² + b²)

Open Ended

Explain how you can identify a perfect square trinomial and provide an example.

Fill in the Blank

To factor x² + 5x + 6, you need to find two numbers that ___ to 5 and multiply to 6.

Open Ended

Describe the process for factoring a trinomial of the form ax² + bx + c when 'a' is not equal to 1.

Multiple Choice

What is the factorization of a³ + b³ according to the 'magic rule'?

• (a + b)(a² - ab + b²)

• (a + b)(a² + ab + b²)

• (a - b)(a² + ab + b²)

• (a - b)(a² - ab + b²)

Multiple Select

Select all the correct polynomial identities shown in the images.

• (a + b)² = a² + 2ab + b²

• (a - b)² = a² - 2ab + b²

• a² - b² = (a + b)(a - b)

• a³ + b³ = (a + b)(a² - ab + b²)

Multiple Select

Which of the following topics from today's session would you like to review or need more practice with?

• Common Factor and Grouping

• Difference of Squares and Trinomials

• Sum and Difference of Cubes

• Strategies and Practice

Open Ended

Reflecting on today's lesson about simplifying and solving equations, what is one strategy you found most helpful, and is there any part you would like to explore further?