Karnaugh Maps
By Patrick Hoppe
Learners examine the Karnaugh map for a three-variable system. Several examples are given.
Multiplying Monomials
By Roy Peterson
In this learning activity you'll identify and calculate the multiplication of monomials.
Simplifying Algebraic Expressions: Addition & Subtraction
By Allen Reed, Douglas Jensen
Learners read definitions of the terminology associated with algebraic operations and then follow steps to simplify algebraic expressions.
Gear Ratio Concepts
By James Bourassa
In this animated object, learners examine the concept of gear ratios. The number of teeth, diameters, and velocity relationships are discussed and calculated using linear ratio equations. A quiz completes the activity.
A Visual Approach To Simplifying Radicals
By Kevin Ritzman
In this animated object, learners follow a process for simplifying radicals.
Solving Equations: Properties of Equality
In this interactive object, learners examine the properties of equality and use those properties to solve simple equations.
Factoring by the Difference of Two Perfect Squares
In this learning activity you'll factor problems using the difference of two perfect squares.
Simplifying Algebraic Expressions: Division
Learners read definitions of the terminology associated with algebraic operations and then follow steps to use the fundamental laws of division to simplify algebraic expressions.
Fundamental Laws of Algebra
Learners review the fundamental laws of algebra including the commutative law of addition, the commutative law of multiplication, the associative law of addition, the associative law of multiplication, and the distributive law. Examples are given.
Simplifying Square Roots
In this learning activity you'll simplify square roots involving the product of a numeric and variable term.
Excel: Entering a Complex Number
Learners examine the complex number function to convert real and imaginary coefficients into a complex number.
Solving Systems of Linear Equations Using the Substitution Method
In a series of practice problems, learners use the substitution method to solve systems of linear equations, also called "simultaneous linear equations."
The TI-83 Plus Calculator: Using the LOG Function
Students follow the correct keystrokes to calculate the logarithm of a number.
Factoring a Quadratic Trinomial
In this learning activity you'll factor an algebraic expression of the form AX(Squared) + BX + C using the FOIL technique.
Simplifying Algebraic Fractions that Contain Addition and/or Subtraction
By Jim Cihak
In this interactive object, learners follow step-by-step instructions for reducing algebraic fractions, which contain addition and/or subtraction, to their simplest form. This activity has audio content.
Solving Systems of Linear Equations Using the Addition or Subtraction Method
In a series of practice problems, learners use the addition or subtraction method to solve systems of linear equations, also called "simultaneous linear equations."
Excel: Complex Addition
Students view the steps to follow to add complex numbers in Excel.
Statics: Resultant Calculations via Graphical Method
By Steve Whitmoyer
In this interactive learning object, students calculate a resultant of multiple forces acting in a concurrent, coplanar condition.
Excel: Determining the Square Root of a Complex Number
Learners view the steps for determining the square root of a complex number in Excel.
Finding the Lowest Common Denominator for Algebraic Fractions
In this interactive and animated object, learners follow instructions for finding the lowest common denominator for a group of algebraic fractions. Immediate feedback is provided. This activity has audio content.
Simplifying Algebraic Expressions: Multiplication
Learners read definitions of the terminology associated with algebraic operations and then follow steps to use the fundamental laws of multiplication to simplify algebraic expressions.
Determinant of the Third Order
In this learning activity you'll evaluate the determinant of a 3 X 3 matrix.
An Introduction to Algebraic Word Problems
In this animated object, learners follow the steps for solving word problems using algebra. An introductory example is explained.
Identifying the Number of Significant Digits
By Ron Wallberg
Learners will identify the number of significant digits in practice problems.
An Algebraic Word Problem Involving Motion: Case 1
In this animated and interactive object, learners use an algebraic formula to solve a problem involving distance, rate, and time.