How to subtract two large polynomials by rewriting as an addition problem

How to subtract two large polynomials by rewriting as an addition problem

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Mathematics

11th Grade - University

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The video tutorial explains how to simplify subtraction problems by rewriting them as addition problems. The teacher demonstrates distributing negative signs to each term, making subtraction easier. The importance of arranging terms in descending order and using the vertical method for addition is emphasized. The tutorial concludes with a final example, showing the complete process and the final answer.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the initial step suggested by the teacher to simplify subtraction problems?

Convert subtraction into multiplication

Rewrite subtraction as an addition problem

Use a calculator

Ignore the negative sign

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is it important to arrange terms in descending order before using the vertical method?

To make the problem look neat

To make subtraction easier

To ensure like terms are aligned for addition

To confuse the students

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What does the teacher suggest doing with the negative sign in subtraction problems?

Ignore it

Use it only for constants

Distribute it to each term

Convert it to a positive sign

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the key to successfully adding terms vertically?

Ignoring the coefficients

Starting with the smallest term

Using a calculator

Aligning like terms together

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the final answer obtained after performing the addition?

Ten X^3 - 5 X squared + 5 X - 6

Ten X^3 + 5 X squared - 5 X + 6

Fifteen X^3 + 5 X squared - 5 X + 6

Fifteen X^3 - 5 X squared + 5 X - 6