Things to Learn

  • Perform arithmetic operations on polynomials and write them in standard form.
  • Understand the structure of polynomial expressions by quickly determining the first and last terms if the polynomial were to be written in standard form.

As You Begin

Algebra Progressions name three different forms for a quadratic expression: standard, factored, and vertex. Examples of these forms are shown below.

Standard Form: x2 + 4x – 5
Factored Form: (x + 5)(x – 1)
Vertex Form: (x + 2)2 – 9

 

Pass the Polynomial Sketch or Calculator (Choose one link or worksheet below.)

or (you do not need to do both)

For your notes:
Select of the previous examples for each category and record the steps in the operation below. Be sure to show all your work. (Click the subtitle link above. The example below is not writeable. Print and paste in your notes or write in long hand.)

Polynomial Procedures

Exercise and Practice
Before You Go