perfect squares

Math Overview of Radical Expressions

Math Overview of Radical Expressions 150 150 Deborah

Overview Radical expressions are algebraic expressions that include roots, such as squares and cubes, variable expressions that include numerals, and expressions that can be factored as products of perfect squares…

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Math Review of Difference of Squares

Math Review of Difference of Squares 150 150 Deborah

Overview The difference of squares is a common binomial pattern that can be factored as (x+b)(x-b). It can be used in situations involving estimation by making both elements a difference…

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Math Review of Simplifying Radicals

Math Review of Simplifying Radicals 150 150 Deborah

Overview: Before many operations can be performed with expressions involving radicals, the radicals must be simplified.  This ensures that they are factored so that there are no perfect square factors…

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Factoring: Two Special Cases

Factoring: Two Special Cases 260 194 School Tutoring

For a quadratic there are two special cases that factor very quickly and will save time when recognized. First case: Difference of Squares A difference of squares occurs when a…

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