Algebra Tiles (Expanding & Factoring)
by Anonymous
Expand and factor (x+a)(x+b) by arranging rectangular tiles until their areas match.
About this app
Algebra Tiles is an interactive middle-school math app for learning how (x+a)(x+b) expands and factors through rectangle areas. Adjust a and b to see x², x, and unit tiles, then complete factoring rectangles and solve challenges by finding two numbers with a target sum and product.
Use cases
- Middle-school students practicing algebraic expansion
- Learners visualizing factoring with area models
- Teachers demonstrating x², x, and unit tiles
- Self-study of factor pairs and quadratic expressions
Features
- Interactive Expand tab with adjustable a and b values
- Visual tiles for x², x, and unit areas
- Factoring exercises for expressions such as x² + 5x + 6
- Challenge problems using target sums and products
- Reset, next-problem, answer-check, and streak controls