Helpful Hints Flashcards
1
Q
Multiplying and dividing inequalities
A
When multiplying and dividing both sides of an inequality with a NEGATIVE number reverse the direction of the inequality
2
Q
Dividing fractions
A
Invert the second fraction and then multiply the fractions
3
Q
Square root =
A
The square root has a negative and positive solution. The answer is thus often D: cannot be determined
4
Q
When a shape/triangle has no right angle
A
Draw a line to create one
5
Q
Find slope with two points
A
Average two points
6
Q
When equations don’t match
A
Try factoring
7
Q
Squaring exponents
A
Don’t forget to square the number AND the variable when the exponent is outside of the parenthesis
8
Q
Simplifying Square Roots
A
Factor out as much as you can using factor tree
