1. Dividing Polynomials
Chapter 5, Section 3

2. Polynomial divided by Monomial
To divide a polynomial by a monomial, rewrite the problem as individual parts then use the laws of exponents to simplify

3. Examples

4. Polynomial divided by a Polynomial
To divide a polynomial by a polynomial, use synthetic division
IMPORTANT INFORMATION ABOUT SYNTHETIC DIVISION!!!
There must be a coefficient for EVERY possible power of the variable in that problem
The divisor must have a leading coefficient of 1

5. Graphic Organizer

6. Examples

7. Your turn… Homework: Page 29 in workbook Exit Slip 1-6 all, 7-23 odd
Explain how you can differentiate between the two types of division problems. Also, describe the process to complete each of those types.