How Do You Use a Polynomial Equation to Solve a Word Problem?

How Do You Use a Polynomial Equation to Solve a Word Problem?

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Word problems let you see math in the real world! In this tutorial, see how to write an equation from a diagram to help find the perimeter of a bedroom. Take a look!

Keywords:

  • problem
  • word problem
  • word
  • translate words to algebra
  • equation
  • create new expression
  • write equation
  • geometry
  • rectangle
  • perimeter
  • polynomial
  • monomial
  • solve
  • factor
  • common factors
  • greatest common factor
  • grouping
  • factor by grouping
  • gcf
  • zero-product property

Background Tutorials

  • Perimeter

      • How Do You Find the Perimeter of a Shape?How Do You Find the Perimeter of a Shape?

      How Do You Find the Perimeter of a Shape?

      Ever had someone come up to you on the street, hand you a shape, and ask you to find the perimeter of that shape? Watch this tutorial, and next time that happens you'll be ready!

  • Evaluating Expressions

  • Translating Between Words and Math

      • How Do You Write an Equation from a Word Problem?How Do You Write an Equation from a Word Problem?

      How Do You Write an Equation from a Word Problem?

      Having difficulty turning a word problem into an algebra equation? Then this tutorial is for you! With this tutorial, you'll learn how to break down word problems and translate them into mathematical equations.

  • Solving Polynomial Equations

      • How Do You Use a Solve a Polynomial Equation With Two Variables?How Do You Use a Solve a Polynomial Equation With Two Variables?

      How Do You Use a Solve a Polynomial Equation With Two Variables?

      Got an equation with polynomials involving multiple variables on both sides? You can factor out the greatest common factor, then factor by grouping, and then use the zero-product property to solve. Follow along with this tutorial to see a step-by-step explanation!

Further Exploration

  • From Factoring to Solving

      • How Do You Solve a Quadratic Equation by Factoring?How Do You Solve a Quadratic Equation by Factoring?

      How Do You Solve a Quadratic Equation by Factoring?

      One of the many ways you can solve a quadratic equation is by factoring it. In this tutorial, you'll see how to factor a quadratic equation using the guess and check method of factoring. Then, use the zero product property to find the solution!