Algebra II

Advanced algebraic concepts including polynomials, rational expressions, and complex numbers.

Study Strategies

Mastering Word Problems

Tackling Tricky Questions

When faced with a word problem, read carefully and look for keywords that signal what math to use. Draw diagrams or write out what you know. Translate words into algebraic expressions and solve step by step. Don't forget to check your answer to make sure it makes sense!

Examples

  • Drawing a picture of a garden to model its area with a polynomial.

  • Translating 'twice as many' into \( 2x \) in an equation.