Lesson 2 · Rational Root Theorem

Rational Root Theorem Presentation

Optional MathematicsSubject
8 minEstimated read
Slide 1 of 4
Optional Mathematics, Class 10

Rational Root Theorem

Possible roots ±p/q · Synthetic division · Cubic equations

By the end of this lesson you can

🔎

Name the leading coefficient and the constant term

📋

List the possible rational roots of an equation

➗

Divide by the root using synthetic division

✅

Factorise a cubic and solve a cubic equation

8 more slides are waiting

The notes are free to read in full.

Create free account Sign in

Presenter notes: Today we learn how to find the first root of a cubic without guessing, and then use it to factorise the cubic and solve cubic equations.