Difference Of Two Squares — Interactive Lesson (Ages 14–16)

By the end of this unit, students will be able to:

1. understand the concept of the Difference of Two Squares and recognize its specific form;
2. apply the Difference of Two Squares factorization technique to factorize expressions;
3. solve problems involving expressions that can be factored using the Difference of Two Squares.

Curriculum Alignment: Key Stage 4: Algebra

• solve quadratic equations {including those that require rearrangement} algebraically by factorising, {by completing the square and by using the quadratic formula}; find approximate solutions using a graph

Designed for ages 14–16 (UK Year 10–11 / US 9th Grade–10th Grade). Aligned to the UK National Curriculum; adaptable to US state standards.