Multiplying Polynomials

Multiplying Polynomials requires two prerequisite skills! You must be able to apply the laws of exponents and the distributive property. The main rule that you need to remember is:

When you multiply terms that contain powers:

Multiply the coefficients and add the exponents!

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Ok.. now let's move on!

In our first example, pay close attention to how the distributive property is used.


Example 1

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Did notice the distributive property? As we distributed the term, we multiplied the coefficients and added the exponents of like bases. That was a pretty easy example!

Let's look at a problem that's a little more complex.


Example 2


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This skill isn't too hard if you know the laws of exponents and know how to use the distributive property.




Now it's your turn to try one!


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Practice Problem


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Answer Key

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Great Job!


Polynomials Unit

  • Introduction to Polynomials (Definitions)

  • Adding Polynomials

  • Subtracting Polynomials

  • Multiplying Polynomials   You are here

  • Using the FOIL Method to Multiply Binomials   Next Lesson

  • Squaring a Binomial - Using a Special Rule

  • Difference of Two Squares - "Special Binomials" Using a Special Rule

  • Factoring Polynomials Using the Greatest Common Factor (GCF)

  • Factoring Polynomials by Grouping

  • Factoring Trinomials


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