Algebra

The zero property of multiplication states that any number multiplied by zero equals zero. In symbols, a × 0 = 0, no matter what number a is. For example, 7 × 0 = 0 and 0 × 582 = 0. This is one of the first multiplication properties children learn, usually around third grade, and […]

Every day, we reduce something. This can be the number of days in a month, the amount of cereals left in the box, or even the number of episodes in our favorite show.  This concept in math is called subtraction. It is the reduction of something by a certain amount. Here, we answer questions such […]

Are you ready for another exciting journey through math with Brighterly? We explore all types of math concepts, from operations to geometry, to give you all the knowledge you need to become a math whizz. Today, we’re going to be diving into one of the most fundamental elements of math to exist: the algorithm in […]

Venn diagrams are a visual way to represent relationships between sets. They were developed by John Venn in the 1880s. These diagrams show all possible logical relations between a collection of different sets. They are used in various fields, including statistics, probability, logic, and more. In a Venn diagram, sets are represented by shapes (usually […]

In math, there are 8 properties of equality that state how an equation’s equality can be maintained through arithmetic operations (addition, multiplication, subtraction, and division) or logic.  Here, we discuss the division property of equality, solve examples of division property of equality, share practice problems, and recommend worksheets. What Is Division Property of Equality? The […]

Welcome to Brighterly, an interactive online platform dedicated to mathematics for children. Our mission is to make learning math both fun and insightful. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the world of Rational Exponents. This concept is a cornerstone of algebra and a fascinating part of mathematics. Here, we aim to simplify it with […]

X squared, or the concept of squared in general, is fundamental in math. X square essentially means multiplying the number by itself. It’s a topic your child will use throughout their math journey constantly. Read on to learn what x squared is, what does x squared equal to, how to calculate it, and how not […]

Multiplication is a major arithmetic property but solving it isn’t always an easy process, especially for young learners.  This is where the partial product method comes in. It involves splitting large numbers into smaller parts and then summing the answer. The result is the same as doing the multiplication directly. The difference is that multiplication […]

Welcome to our in-depth exploration of monomials, brought to you by Brighterly, your trusted partner in making math learning engaging and accessible for children. In this comprehensive guide, we will uncover the fundamental aspects of monomials, a key concept in algebra. Our focus is to present these concepts in a straightforward and easy-to-understand manner, suitable […]

Welcome to another enlightening journey into the beautiful world of mathematics with Brighterly. Today, we dive deep into an essential concept in algebra and calculus: the division of polynomials through synthetic division. This often-overlooked tool in the mathematical arsenal offers a simplified alternative to the traditional long division method when dealing with polynomials. As we […]

Hello and welcome to another Brighterly knowledge base article, where we will be looking into and simplifying another math topic. In today’s menu is a powerful algebraic technique called completing the square.  While the name suggests it may be a geometry topic, completing a square is actually all about algebra and is a clever way […]