1. Polynomials

2. Warm Up
Simplify the following:

3. Think, Pair, Share…
I have a rectangle that has side lengths of x+3 and 2x+1, how will I be able to calculate the area of the rectangle?
x+3
2x+1

4. Adding and Subtracting Polynomials
To add or subtract a polynomial you simply combine like terms.
Examples:

5. With a Partner
Simplify:

6. On Your Own
Simplify:

7. Multiplying Polynomials by Monomials
To multiply a polynomial by a monomial you need to distribute the monomial to each term of the polynomial.
Find:

8. Simplify Expressions
Simplify:

9. Polynomials on Both Sides
Solve:

10. Try with a Partner:
Simplify:

11. Try on your Own:
Solve:

12. The FOIL Method
To multiply two polynomials by each other more specifically two binomials you use the FOIL method.
F: first terms
O: outside terms
I: inside terms
L: last terms

13. Example
Find the product:

14. Try with a Partner:
Find the product:

15. Try on your Own:
Find the product:

16. Exit Ticket and Homework
Solve:
Homework:
Worksheet