Intermediate Algebra Chapter 5
Exponents, Polynomials, and Polynomial Functions

Sections 5.1 and 5.2
You may view many worked examples using the Laws of Exponents at the following pages.
Page A, Page B, Page C, Page D   and in particular Scientific Notation Exercises are HERE

Sections 5.3 and 5.4
You may view many worked examples dealing with elementary polynomial concepts including the arithmetic of polynomials at the following pages.  
Page A (basic concepts),
Page B (simpification, addition, subtraction),
Page C (multiplication),
Page D (multiplication and special products).
Page E (division of polynomials)

Section 5.5
Worked examples using the Distributive Law to factor (Factoring out the GCF)as well as examples of Factoring by Grouping are available HERE.

Section 5.6
Worked examples of factoring trinomials with leading coefficient equal to 1 are HERE
If you want some online practice factoring quadratic trinomials with leading coefficient equal to 1 Click here.
Worked examples of factoring trinomials with leading coefficient different than 1 are HERE
If you want some online practice factoring quadratic trinomials with leading coefficient different than 1, click here.

You should be able to check most of your factoring problems online by clicking here

Section 5.7
Worked examples of factoring by recognizing special products are HERE

Section 5.8
Worked examples of using factoring and the zero-factor property to solve equations are HERE