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Have some fun with Multiplicity and End Behavior of functions by using this matching activity in class. Students are given eight graphs and eight similar functions with varying end behaviors and multiplicities with the zeros -2, 0, and 1. They will need to identify the end behavior and multiplicity at each zero to match the functions to the correct graph. Students can work in pairs, or individually. This is a great activity for bellwork, review, end of class, or even remediation. It will give yo

Simplify the process of solving for the roots of a polynomial with this graphic organizer. Students struggle with the multiple steps and options they have for solving for roots so teach them the first time with the aid of this graphic organizer. You and your students will love it. Kelly Zunkiewicz The Math Lab

Do your students struggle with setting up right triangle trig problems? I know mine were, but this puzzle made a difference! Have your students choose the correct set up for these right triangle trig problems. They are all word problems with similar numbers which will require students to distinguish the difference between sine, cosine, and tangent. The puzzle will allow students to check their choices. Once they have completed the puzzle, students can solve all eight problems. They will need to

This pattern puzzle works well as an individual or partner activity. Students cut out the cards and arrange them by the type of transformations of parent functions. There are four equations of each type of transformation. Square roots, absolute value, squares, and exponential functions are used in this activity. An answer key is also included for teachers. A class set could be could be easily created on colored paper and laminated for use class to class, year to year. This pattern puzzle is vers

Help your students learn the basics of logarithmic functions with these guided notes. Teach your students the phrase "ROLL THAT LOG!" to convert from logarithmic form to exponential form and back. My students turned into a game show audience during this lesson shouting "Roll That Log" out when practicing. You should try it out! These notes also cover common logarithms, natural logarithms, logarithms of 1, and finding inverses of logarithms. Enjoy! The Math Lab

Domain, horizontal asymptotes, vertical asymptotes, oblique/slant asymptotes, holes, x and y-intercepts ... it can all be a bit overwhelming for students. Try using this graphic organizer to clarify all the steps needed to graph rational functions. Completing each problem in the same order will help your students find success. Enjoy! The Math Lab

Multiply monomials, binomials, trinomials, and polynomials with four or more terms.These guided notes review exponent rules and vocabulary before teaching students step by step how to multiply by a monomial, multiple two binomials, and multiple by a binomial. The graphic organizers for each problem will make every student a success. Check out the FREE quiz that is posted for this lesson too. Happy multiplying, The Math Lab

Word problems do not need to be intimidating or difficult. Set your students up for success with this practice worksheet on writing equations from word problems. In part one, students are given equations based on a scenario and must write what the equation means. For example, c + a =10, child tickets plus adult tickets equals ten tickets. Part two has students writing equations from a scenario. The repetition with help solidify your students understanding of how to write an equation from a word

Your students will get from start to finish of this maze by analyzing the properties of logarithms to determine if each problem is true or false. The properties include: - Product Property - Quotient Property - Power Property - Change of Base - logb1 = 0 - logbb = 1 After identifying all the correct problems, students correct the other problems using the logarithm properties. This maze is a great addition to your classroom as a partner activity, bellwork, homework, or

Classifying Polynomials by degree and number of terms can be tricky business. These guided notes will help lead your students to success. The notes are complete with bellwork on standard form, vocabulary section, organization tables, and plenty of practice for your students and a review section on evaluating functions. Enjoy! The Math Lab

Need an activity to liven up your Calculus class? The Chain Rule 500 Maze is for you! This activity is great for small groups or individual practice. Students will get to test their knowledge of the Chain Rule by identifying their race car's path to the finish line. Students may only drive the path that has functions where the Chain Rule is need to take the derivative. After reaching the finish line, students must find the derivative of the all the functions along their path. Functions include

We teach factoring again and again and again... this practice worksheet was put together to help with the practice and review process. Students will identify and work with perfect squares and cubes, then go through one of each type of factoring. Identifying what type of factoring needs to used is always an area of difficulty. Students then work through 10 problems, identifying the type and completing the work. The following types of factoring are included: - Greatest Common Factor (gcf)

Are you going to be factoring sum and difference of cubes soon? Try out this graphic organizer with your students. Start with an introduction on identifying cubes then teach them the benefits of "SOAP." This acronym makes factoring sum and differences a breeze. Kelly Zunkiewicz

Take solving logarithmic and exponential functions and make it fun for your students! Try the Logarithm 500 Racecar Competition. Students must solve 25 logarithmic and exponential equations to find their path from start to finish. This puzzle can be used as an individual assignment, classwork, or small group activity. Enjoy! The Math Lab

Do you want to spice up your Algebra class? Are your students struggling with solving one-step inequalities? This activity is for you! Your students must color code each problem with the step that is necessary to solve the inequality. For example, if you need to multiply to solve, the problem needs to be colored pink. If you need to add, the problem needs to be colored yellow. This is a great quick check for teachers when circulating the classroom. When the problems are colored correctly, studen

Try the Properties of Logarithms Egg Hunt in your classroom for a fun review of the following topics: - Condensing Logarithms - Expanding Logarithms - Other Properties of Logarithms Your students will have a blast searching for their eggs and reviewing this challenging material. Enjoy! The Math Lab

Try out this Conjugate Root Theorem worksheet for additional practice or as a homework assignment. This worksheet covers the following - identifying additional roots (easy, medium, hard) - writing 3rd and 4th degree polynomials from given roots Students will get the extra practice they need to fully understand the Conjugate Root Theorem. The Math Lab

Do you need a class starter, review, or enrichment activity on sine, cosine, and tangent values? If so, this is it! Unit Circle Dominoes are quick and easy to use in the classroom. Students can work in pairs or individually to complete the puzzle of dominoes. This activity includes sine, cosine, and tangent values in all four quadrants and axes. Students should be familiar with radians and degrees. Enjoy! The Math Lab

"There are so many steps, I don't know what to do when!" Does that sound familiar? This graphic organizer helps students breaks down the steps for identifying a, b, and c, finding the axis of symmetry and vertex, the y-intercept, then graphing the parabola. Having the students fill in the boxes of the organizer creates a pattern in their minds. The repetition will help reinforce the process they must take in order to graph a parabola. I recommend completing the fist example with your class and t

Engage your students with the Rational Root Theorem Activity. Students have a set of possible rational roots and must select the correct possible roots for each function. The functions all have 1, 2, 4, 5, 7, or 10 as the constant value and lead coefficient to assess their skill level and prepare them for multiple choice questions that would be seen on a test or final exam. Your students will love this activity; give it a try. The Math Lab