Factoring a Difference of Squares with Algebra Tiles

Factoring a Difference of Squares with Algebra Tiles

Explore how a difference of squares is represented and factored using algebra tiles.


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Putting It All Together

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Pergunta aberta 1

As you click through the steps, why do more algebra tiles appear in the model? Why do more terms appear in the expression?

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Pergunta aberta 2

Why are these expressions called differences of squares?

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Pergunta aberta 3

What do you notice about the binomial factors of differences of squares?

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