1. Bell Work 4//2015
Factor.

2. Yesterday’s Homework Any questions?
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3. Choosing a Factoring Method
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4/23/2017
Choosing a Factoring Method
Today we will factor out the GCF first, and then factor the remaining quadratic expression.
Students apply basic factoring techniques to second-and simple third-degree polynomials. These techniques include finding a common factor for all terms in a polynomial, recognizing the difference of two squares, and recognizing perfect squares of binomials.

4. Notes
Magic X
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5. Notes Steps for Factoring a Quadratic Equation
1) Factor out the GCF (if possible)
2) Set up the Magic X.
ac goes on top, and b goes on bottom
Find the pair that multiplies to equal the top, and adds up to equal the bottom.
3) Set up the Magic T.
Put ax on the top two, and the pair we found for the bottom two.
Treat each side as a fraction and reduce if possible
4) You now have your factors.

6. Notes Factor. Ex. 1) Factor out GCF. 2) Magic X.
- What pair multiplies to equal top and adds to equal the bottom?
3) Magic T.
- Reduce?
4) You now have your factors.

7. Notes Factor. Ex. 1) Factor out GCF. 2) Magic X.
Now you try.
Factor.
Ex.
1) Factor out GCF.
2) Magic X.
- What pair multiplies to equal top and adds to equal the bottom?
3) Magic T.
- Reduce?
4) You now have your factors.

8. Notes Factor. Ex. 1) Factor out GCF. 2) Magic X.
- What pair multiplies to equal top and adds to equal the bottom?
3) Magic T.
- Reduce?
4) You now have your factors.

9. Notes
Now you try.
Factor.
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10. Write a summary about today’s lesson.
When first factoring take out the greatest common ______ if possible. After that do the Magic __ and Magic __. Look to see if it is a _________ of two squares to use the short cut.
factor X T
difference

11. Ticket Out the Door
Complete the Ticket Out the Door without talking!!!!!
Talking = time after the bell!
Put your NAME on the paper.
When finished, turn your paper face DOWN.
Factor.

12. Today’s Homework Rules for Homework Pencil ONLY.
Must show all of your work.
NO WORK = NO CREDIT
Must attempt EVERY problem.
Always check your answers.

13. Homework 8.6
Factor.