Algebra 1

Introduces algebra, variables, unknown values, and how algebra extends arithmetic.

Covers one-step equations using addition and subtraction.

Covers one-step equations using multiplication and division.

Explains how to solve equations that need two inverse operations.

Explains exponent rules and how powers combine in algebraic expressions.

Shows how exponents work with variables, roots, and simple algebraic equations.

Introduces terms, coefficients, variables, and polynomial expressions.

Teaches combining like terms to simplify polynomial expressions.

Reviews exponent concepts in algebra before moving into distribution and functions.

Introduces a(b + c) = ab + ac and shows how distribution helps with polynomials.

Introduces linear functions, slope, y-intercept, and straight-line graphs.

Explains functions as input-output rules and how to recognize function relationships.

Covers inequality symbols, solution sets, and algebraic comparisons.

Introduces irrational numbers and how they differ from rational numbers.

Shows how prime factorization can be used to find a least common multiple.

Explains factoring as breaking a number or expression into multiplication factors.