Students will work on 12 Simplifying Expressions (multiplication and division) problems. Some problems require students to first factor the trinomial. We assume that no variable will have a value for which the denominator is zero (no restrictions are needed).

To complete the circuit, they will have to complete all of the problems. They will get to "self-check" by the time they finish, because each answer is attached to the subsequent problem they work on.

You can use this as review, as a game (see who can finish the circuit the fastest!) or even as an assessment.

Directions: Begin in Cell #1.

To advance in the circuit, search for your answer and write 2 in the blank. Do that problem and continue in this manner until you complete the circuit. You should NOT need any technology. Attach a separate sheet of paper if you need more space to work out the problem.

Simplify. Assume that no variable has a value for which the denominator is zero.

The first 3 pages contain the 12 problems, the last 3 pages contain worked out solutions that complete the circuit.

Worked out solutions are provided in this circuit to make lesson planning easier for you.