Factoring Quadratic Expressions
Students will learn various techniques to factor quadratic expressions, including common factoring, trinomial factoring, and difference of squares. They will apply these skills to find the zeros of quadratic functions.
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Students will learn various techniques to factor quadratic expressions, including common factoring, trinomial factoring, and difference of squares. They will apply these skills to find the zeros of quadratic functions.
Key Questions
- Why is factoring a useful skill in mathematics?
- How do we choose the best factoring method for a given expression?
- What do the factors of a quadratic tell us about its graph?
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