Polynomials are spread over these four pages. Each page displays images and allows for the download of both SmartNotebook and PDF formats.
Defined
A concise definition of a polynomial building on monomials with examples and exercises.
Addition/Subtraction
Adding and subtracting polynomials building on monomials with examples and exercises. Scaffolding is provide using rows and columns to align like terms.
Multiplication by a Monomial
Multiplying a polynomial by a monomial builds upon earlier work with exponents and monomials. This is excellent preparation for the next section on polynomial products. Examples and exercises are provided.
Polynomial Product
Multiplying a polynomial by a polynomial to produce a new polynomial. Box and distribution methods are explained and utilized with scaffolding. Examples and exercises are provided.
