week 1 Math

In your own words, answer the following question(s) by clicking on the reply arrow:

• Imagine your younger relative--of middle school age--was taking an algebra course and asked for your help. How would you teach the multiplication of polynomials to her? Use an example to demonstrate, explaining each step.
• Create a problem involving multiplication of polynomials for your classmates to try.

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In your own words, answer the following question(s) by clicking on the reply arrow:

• What steps should be used in evaluating expressions? Can these steps be skipped or rearranged? Explain your answers.
• Write an expression for your classmates to simplify using at least three of the following:

• Groupings (parentheses, brackets, or braces)
• Exponents
• Multiplication or division
• Addition or subtraction