Geo Ratios/Proportions and Factoring 24-25

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What is a proportion?

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A proportion is an equation that states that two ratios are equal.

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How do you solve a proportion?

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To solve a proportion, cross-multiply the terms and then isolate the variable.

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression consisting of variables, coefficients, and exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

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What is a prime polynomial?

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A prime polynomial is a polynomial that cannot be factored into simpler polynomials with integer coefficients.

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What does it mean to factor a polynomial?

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Factoring a polynomial means expressing it as a product of its factors, which are polynomials of lower degrees.

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What is the FOIL method?

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The FOIL method is a technique for multiplying two binomials, standing for First, Outside, Inside, Last.

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What is the extended ratio?

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An extended ratio compares three or more quantities, expressed in the form a:b:c.

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How do you find the measures of angles in a triangle given an extended ratio?

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To find the measures of angles, first sum the parts of the ratio, then divide 180° by the total parts to find the value of one part.

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What is the relationship between ratios and proportions?

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Ratios compare two quantities, while proportions state that two ratios are equal.