Today we learned how to factor trinomials of the form ax^2 + bx + c. For notes we worked through two examples together and then we worked out the first three problems of the homework. Hint (that was shared in class): this is a complicated process, sum up the steps you use to solve each problem and use it as a checklist. My checklist would look like this:
1.) Magic x
2.) Put b on bottom
3.) Multiply a and c to get top number
4.) Think of two numbers that multiply to be the top number and add to be the bottom
5.) Draw a line through X to transform into SUPER X
6.) Place ax on top of both sides
7.) Reduce each side as if it was a fraction
8.) Rewrite reduced fractions as factors
Notes #14
HW #25: P. 401 #1-27 odd
Be sure to check your answers in the back of the book!!!
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