I think you are really doing well “on your own” so let’s try another day or so. Today you should click on the link to the algebra textbook. When you get there, navigate to chapter 2 and find the video tutor for 2.5. It is listed under “my help” section if you click on animations. Go ahead and watch the video about the distributive property. Then you can click on the practice tab and try a few yourself.
When you have finished that, get an algebra and begin reading Chapter 2.5 on page 96. Do problems 5 – 20 on a piece of paper that you will turn into the HW basket. I will come by to check on you and see if you are doing well throughout the morning.
This is one of the most important properties you will ever use in algebra. I use it all the time to do my fast multiplication of 2 digit numbers. If you finish those problems, do problems 28-39. Did you know that the answers to the odd numbered problems are in the back of the book. Feel free to see how you are doing!
Mathlady
November 10, 2011 at 10:10 pm
I do not understand the way you teach me things.
Dear Prince, I know it is much harder when I give you opportunities to figure out things for yourself. However, you are doing it quite well!!! I believe you will remember it much longer this way. I will help redirect you when you get lost, or suggest even more resources. I promise if you keep working hard, you will be so much smarter at the end of the year you will need to buy a larger hat size…tee hee!! Hang in there buddy…proud of you for finishing those papers
Mathlady