A student is attempting to model x² + 2x + 1 using algebra

Last updated: 7/15/2022

A student is attempting to model x² + 2x + 1 using algebra tiles. Which of the following would not be a possible error in the student's thinking? a) Student incorrectly thinks both factors must include (2x + 1). b) Student doesn't realize model must match x²+2x+1. c) Student does not know what rectangular and small square tiles represent. d) Student knows factors are (x+1)(x+1). e) Student does not know how to represent expressions using algebra tiles