MATHEMATICS

QUARTER 2
Week 7

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Region IX, Zamboanga Peninsula
Zamboanga City

“Unido, Junto avanza con el EduKalidad Cree, junto junto puede!”

Lesson 1 Lesson 2 Lesson 3

Joseph P. Agustin Aydie G. Mollejon Gerardo G. Barredo
Master Teacher I SST-I SST-III
Zamboanga City High School Zamboanga City High School Zamboanga City High School
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SUBJECT &
GRADE LEVEL MATHEMATICS 9
QUARTER SECOND WEEK 7 DAY mm/dd/yyyy
TOPIC Operations on Radical Expressions
LEARNING Performs operations on radical expressions. (M9AL – IIh – 1)
COMPETENCY

IMPORTANT: Do not write anything on this material. Write your answers on separate
sheets.

Lesson 1
UNDERSTAND
Addition and Subtraction of Radical Expressions

A Addition and Subtraction of Radicals

Operation for addition and subtraction of radicals is similar to adding and
subtracting similar terms, or like terms. See to it that the radicand and the index of both
radical expressions are the same before the expressions are added or subtracted.

What is a Radical Expression?

A radical expression or a radical is an expression containing the

𝑛
symbol √ called radical sign. In the symbol √𝑎ᵐ, 𝑛 is called the index
or order which indicates the degree of the radical, 𝑎ᵐ is called the
radicand which is a number or expression inside the radical symbol, and 𝑚
is the power or exponent of the radicand.
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Examples of radical expressions are: √42; √3𝑥; 2y 3ඥ9𝑥𝑦; -5 ඥ3².
Here are the conditions in adding and subtracting radicals.
1. If both radicals have the same index and the same radicand, simply add
or subtract their coefficients and affix the similar radicals.
2. If the radicals do not have the same radicands, or do not have the
same index, simplify the radical or radicals that is/are not in its simplest
form to make them similar. Add or subtract their coefficients and affix
the similar radicals.
Note: Radicals that are not similar cannot be added or subtracted.

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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How do you add and subtract radicals?

Carefully analyze the given illustrative examples below.

Illustrative Example 1.
Given Illustrations Steps
4√5 + 3√5 (4 + 3)√5 Add 4 and 3, and affix
the similar radicals.
7√𝟓 Answer

Illustrative Example 2.

Given Illustrations Steps

7√3 - 4√3 (7 - 4)√3 Subtract 4 from 7 and
affix the similar radicals.
3√𝟑 Answer

Illustrative Example 3.

Given Illustrations Steps

3 3 3 3 3
3x √24 + 2x √3 3x ( √8 • √3) + 2x √3 Break down the radicand
into perfect and
nonperfect nth powers
3 3 3
3x (2) √3 + 2x √3 Simplify √8
3
6x √3 + 2x √3
3 Simplify the coefficients
3
(6x + 2x) √3 Add the coefficients and
affix the similar radicals
𝟑
8x √𝟑 Answer

Illustrative Example 4.

Given Illustrations Steps

3 3 3 3 3
ඥ4𝑥⁴ + 𝑥 √32𝑥 3
൫√𝑥 3 • √4𝑥 ൯ + 𝑥 ( √8 • √4𝑥 ) Break down the
radicands into perfect
and nonperfect nth
powers
3 3 3 3
𝑥 √4𝑥 + 2𝑥 √4𝑥 Simplify √𝑥 3 and √8
3
(𝑥 + 2𝑥) √4𝑥 Add the coefficients
and affix similar
radicals
𝟑
3x √𝟒𝒙 Answer

SAQ 1: How do we add and subtract radical expressions or radicals?

SAQ 2: How can you apply this skill to real-life situations?

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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Let’s Practice! (Write your answers on separate sheets.)

ACTIVITY
TERM 1
A. COMPLETE ME!
DIRECTIONS: Supply the missing number inside the parenthesis ( ) to complete
the solution.
𝟑 𝟑
1. 2√𝟐𝟕 + 3√𝟒𝟖 + 4√𝟏𝟒𝟕 2. 9√𝟐𝟒𝟑 – 7√𝟕𝟐 3. √𝟐𝟎𝟎 – √𝟏𝟐𝟖
3 3
= 2(√9 • √3) + 3(√16 • √3 ) + = 9 ( √27 • √9) – = (√100 • √2) –
3 3
4 (√49 • √3) 7(√8 • √9) (√64 • √2)
3 3
= 2( )√3 + 3( )√3 + 4( )√3 = 9( ) √9 – 7( ) √9 = ( )√2 – ( )√2
3 3
= ( )√3 + ( )√3 + ( )√3 = ( ) √9 – ( ) √9 = [( ) – ( )]√2
3
= [( ) + ( ) + ( )]√3 = [( ) – ( )] √9 = ( )√𝟐
𝟑
= ( )√𝟗
= ( )√𝟑

B. MY RADICAL BOX
DIRECTIONS: Perform the following operations below. Write your answer
on the appropriate box inside the 3x3 grid. Each of the equations are true
whether read in vertical or in horizontal position. Simplify your answers.

1.
10√3𝑥 - = 7√3𝑥

+ - +
2.
4√3𝑥 + √12𝑥 =

= = =
3. 4.
- √3𝑥 =

REMEMBER
Key Points
⚫ A radical expression or a radical is an expression containing the symbol √ called
𝑛
radical sign. In the symbol √𝑎ᵐ , n is called the index or order which indicates the
degree of the radical, aᵐ is called the radicand which is a number or expression inside
the radical symbol, and m is the power or exponent of the radicand. Recall that similar
radicals are radicals with the same index and radicand.

⚫ To add or subtract radicals, the following steps should be done:

a. Simplify radicals by 1) removing perfect nth powers, and 2) reducing the index to the
lowest possible order
b. Add or subtract the coefficients of the similar radicals then affix the common radical.

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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TRY
Let’s see how much you have learned today!
General Directions: Study the following assessments carefully and write your answers
on separate sheets.
Assessment 1. Decode Me!

Directions: Perform the following radical operations below. Look for the answer
inside each box. Then write the item number as indicated below each of the
fragmented message. Arrange the items from 1 to 9 and write its corresponding
words/phrases on the space provided to decode the message.

in the real world. Mathematics for your brain.

Item no. ______ Item no. _______ Item no. _______
𝟒 𝟑
5√𝟑 8√𝟐 2√𝟑
it is like which you can’t do is a place where
Item no.__________ Item no. ______ Item no. _________
𝟑
(3x + 5x²y)ඥ𝟐𝒚 6√𝟓 4√𝟔 - 2√𝟕
When you study math, you can do things Going to the gym
Item no. ______ Item no. _______ Item no. __________
𝟑
√𝟕 2√𝟒 (2x + 3y)ඥ𝒙𝒚
𝟑 𝟑
1. √𝟏𝟖 +√𝟓𝟎 4. √𝟑𝟐𝟎 + √𝟒𝟎 7.ඥ𝟏𝟖𝒙²𝒚 +ඥ𝟓𝟎𝒙⁴𝒚³
𝟒 𝟒
2. √𝟗𝟔 - √𝟐𝟖 5. √𝟒𝟖 + √𝟐𝟒𝟑 8. ඥ𝟒𝒙³𝒚 + ඥ𝟗𝒙𝒚³
𝟑 𝟑 𝟑 𝟑
3. √𝟏𝟑𝟕𝟐 - √𝟓𝟎𝟎 6. √𝟔𝟑 - √𝟐𝟖 9. √𝟖𝟏 - √𝟑
MESSAGE:_______________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________

Assessment 2. What’s Next?

Directions: Supply the missing part of the given operation of radicals. The first
operation is completely given for you to follow.
Given Solution Answer
= (√𝟒𝟗 ∙ √𝟐 ) + (√𝟗 ∙ ඥ𝟐)
1. √𝟗𝟖 + √𝟏𝟖 = 7√𝟐 + 3√𝟐 10√𝟐
= (7+3)√𝟐
𝟑 𝟑 𝟑 𝟑
= 3( √𝟖 ∙ √𝟔) - 2( √𝟖 ∙ √𝟑)
𝟑 𝟑 𝟑 𝟑
2. 3√𝟒𝟖 - 2√𝟐𝟒 = 3(𝟐) √𝟔 - 2(𝟐) √𝟑

=
3. 𝟓√𝟒𝟖 - 𝟒√𝟐𝟕 = 8√𝟑
=

=
𝟑 𝟑 = 𝟑
4. ඥ𝟒𝒙⁴ - x √𝟓𝟎𝟎𝒙 - 4𝒙 √𝟒𝒙
=

= (√𝟏𝟔 ∙ √𝟐)+(√𝟑𝟔 ∙ √𝟐)

5. √𝟑𝟐 + √𝟕𝟐 = 4√𝟐 + 6√𝟐
= (4+6)√𝟐

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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Assessment 3. Animal Lovers

Directions: Perform the indicated operation/s in each of the given animal. Write
the name of the animal on the space provided below the options.

3 3 3 3
4√81 + 2√24 - √192 2√80 - √45 √28 - √128 + √700
Dog Cat Duck

4 4 3 3 3
√96 + √486 √432 + √343 - √54
Rooster Hen
𝟑 𝟑 𝟑 𝟒
5√𝟓 7 + 3√𝟐 12√𝟕 - 4√𝟐 12 √𝟑 5√𝟔

1.__________ 2.__________ 3.___________ 4.__________ 5.__________

Lesson 2
UNDERSTAND
Multiplication of Radical Expressions

A How do you multiply radical expressions?

Conditions the following cases in multiplying radical expressions:

1. Same index/order
2. Different index/order
3. Binomials involving radicals

CASE 1: Radicals of the same indices/orders

GIVEN ILLUSTRATIONS STEPS

√2 ∙ 5 Multiply the radicands and then affix the

common radical.
Simplify.

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE 2

GIVEN ILLUSTRATIONS STEPS

Apply the Commutative Property by
multiplying the coefficient
=15(√7 ∙ √2)

=15(√7 ∙ 2) Multiply the radicands and affix the

common radical.
= Simplify.

ILLUSTRATIVE EXAMPLE 3

GIVEN ILLUSTRATIONS STEPS

√𝑎𝑏 ∙ ඥ𝑎3 𝑏 ∙ 2ඥ𝑎𝑏3 Multiply the coefficients

Multiply the radicands and affix
the common radical.
= (2) (√𝑎4 𝑏4 ∙ √𝑎𝑏) Factor the radicand into perfect
and nonperfect square.
Simplify √𝑎4 𝑏4

Multiply the coefficients and affix

the radical

CASE 2: Radicals of different indices/ orders

GIVEN ILLUSTRATIONS STEPS

Transform radicals to rational exponents

Write the equivalent fractions with the

same denominator for the rational
exponent.
Add the exponents and affix the common
base.
Rewrite in radical form.
Simplify.

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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CASE 3: Binomial involving radicals

GIVEN ILLUSTRATIONS STEPS

Apply the Distributive Property

Multiply the radicands

Simplify the square root of the

perfect square.
Group the similar terms.
Simplify.

SAQ 1: How do you multiply radical expressions?

SAQ 2: How do you multiply binomials containing radicals?

Let’s Practice! (Write your answers on separate sheets)

ACTIVITY 1: TREASURE HUNTING

Directions: Find the box that contains the treasure by simplifying the radical
expressions below. Find the answer of each expression in the hub. Each answer
contains a direction. The correct direction will lead you to the treasure.

1.
2.
3.
4.
5.

THE HUB.

2 steps to the Down 4 3 steps to the Down 5 Up 3 steps

right steps right steps

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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ACTIVITY 2: REACTION GUIDE

Directions: Identify whether the entries in column I matches to its equivalent entry in
column II. Check (√) the AGREE column if it matches, otherwise, check (√) the
DISAGREE column.
I II AGREE DISAGREE
3 3
√27𝑥 ∙ ඥ𝑥 2 (answer: 3x)

(answer: 2)
2

ACTIVITY 3: MULTIPLICATION SQUARES

Directions. Fill in the missing radical expressions in the multiplication squares below.
Express the answer in the simplest form.

x x 3

x
x
10

REMEMBER
Key Points
•
𝑛 𝑛
To multiply radicals of the same order, use the property √𝑎𝑏 = 𝑛√𝑎 ∙ √𝑏, then
simplify by removing the perfect nth powers from the radicand.
• To multiply binomials involving radicals, apply distributive property then simplify
by removing perfect nth powers from the radicand or by combining similar
radicals.
• To multiply radicals of different orders, express them as radicals of the same
order then simplify.

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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TRY
Let’s see how much you have learned today!
General Directions: Study the following assessments carefully and write your answers
on separate sheets.

ASSESSMENT 1
Directions. Simplify the given radical expressions in the column I. Show your solution
in column II and write your final answer in column III.
I II III
Given My solution Final answer

ASSESSMENT 2
Directions. Match the given radical expressions in Column A with their corresponding
results in Column B. Write only the letter of the correct answer on the space
provided in each item.
Column A Column B

_____ 1. a.

_____ 2. b.

_____ 3. c.

_____ 4. d. 𝟔𝒏√𝟕

_____ 5. √𝟏𝟖𝒏 ∙ √𝟏𝟒𝒏 e.

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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ASSESSMENT 3
Directions. Multiply radical expressions. Use your answers to guide you to the end of
the maze.
START

18

20
END

Lesson 3
UNDERSTAND
Division of Radical Expressions

A How do we determine if radical expressions are in the simplest form?

One of the conditions that tell us that a radical expression 𝑛√𝑎 is in its simplest
form is when no radicands have perfect nth power as a factor.
Radical Expression Simplest Form
√𝟒 = √2 ∙ 2 = 2
√𝟒𝟓 = √9 ∙ 5 = √9 √5 = 3√5
𝟑 3 3 3 3
√𝟏𝟐𝟖 = √64 ∙ 2 = √ 64 ∙ √2 = 4√2
Let’s find out how to divide simple radical expressions with the same indices using
the following illustrative examples.

EXAMPLE 1

Divide and express

A. Divide theresult
and e ach resultininthe
simplest
result form: √63 ÷form:
in the simplest √7
√63
√63 ÷ √7 =
√7
𝑛
63 √𝑎 𝑛 𝑎
= √7 Use the property 𝑛 = √ .
√𝑏 𝑏

= √9 Simplify.

=3

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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EXAMPLE 2

Divide and simplify the result: √6 ÷ √5

√A.
6 Divide
√6 and √e5ach result in the result in the simplest form:
= ∙ Rationalize the denominator by multiplying √5 to
√5 √5 √5
both numerator and denominator.
√6 ∙ √5
=
√5 ∙ √5
√30 Multiply the radicals.
=
√25
√30 Simplify
=
5

Note: Rationalizing the denominator is a process of removing any radical signs in the
denominator. This is an important process to express radical expressions in the simplest
form.

EXAMPLE 3
Divide and simplify the result: √12 ÷ √5
√12 A. Divide
√4 ∙ 3and e ach result in the result in the simplest form:
= Factor the radicand into perfect and non-perfect squares.
√5 √5
𝑛 𝑛 𝑛
=
√4 ∙ √3 Apply the property √𝑎𝑏 = √𝑎 ∙ √𝑏 .
√5
2 √3 Simplify √4
=
√5

=
2√3
∙
√5 Rationalize the denominator by multiplying √5 to both
√5 √5 numerator and denominator.
=
2√15 Multiply the radicands
√25
2√15
= Simplify.
5

EXAMPLE 4
3 3
Divide and simplify the result: √12𝑥 ÷ √9
3 A. Divide
3 and e ach3 result in the result in the simplest form:
√12𝑥 √12𝑥 √3 3
Rationalize the denominator. Multiply √3 to
3 = 3 ∙ 3
√9 √9 √3 both numerator and denominator.
3
√36𝑥 Note: Multiply both numerator and
= 3
√27 denominator by a factor that makes the result
(radicand) in the denominator as perfect nth
power
3
√36𝑥
= Simplify.
3

SAQ-1: Describe the process of dividing radicals.

SAQ-2: How does division of radicals help you in simplifying mathematical
expressions?

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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Let’s Practice! (Write your answers on separate sheets)

ACTIVITY
TERM 1
Connect Me!
Directions: Match the given radical expression in Column A with its simplest form in
Column B by connecting their respective dots.

ACTIVITY
TERM 2
Let’s Jog!
Erwin prefers to jog around the oval of Joaquin F. Enriquez Memorial
Sports Complex while Erlix prefers to jog along the road of Pasonanca
Park. They agree that the one who will score more in simplifying radicals
will decide as to where they will go for jogging.
Directions: Determine who has the most number of correct answers by simplifying
the given radical expressions in the first column.
Radical Expressions Erwin’s Answers Erlix’s Answers
2𝑦
1.
𝑦 √3
2.

𝑥 √25
3. x 5x
5

4.

5.
3

So, where do you think they will go for jogging? Put a check mark ( ) on the
appropriate box.

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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REMEMBER
Key Points
𝑛
√𝑎 𝑛 𝑎
⚫ To divide radicals of the same order, use the property 𝑛 = √𝑏 then rationalize the
√𝑏
denominator.
⚫ To divide radicals of different orders, it is necessary to express them as radicals of
the same order then rationalize the denominator. .

TRY
Let’s see how much you have learned today!
General Directions: Study the following assessments carefully and write your answers
on separate sheets.
Assessment 1. Fill Up My Cup!
Directions: Fill in the cups with the missing parts of the process of rationalizing the
denominator. The first number is done as an example.

Assessment 2. My Radical Match!

Directions: Match the division of radicals in Column I with its quotient in Column II.
Write only the letter of the correct answer on the space provided for.

Column I Column II
_____ 1. A. 2
_____ 2. B. 3
_____ 3. C.
D.
_____ 4.
E.
_____ 5.

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School
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Assessment 3. Identify Me!

“Which animal has pink sweat?”
Directions: To answer the trivia, divide the following radical expressions below, and
write the letter of the item on the appropriate box that matches to the quotient of
each division of radicals.

Eugenia V. Guerra, Lucy M. Puro, Victor O. Reyes, Josephine L. Sy Tan, Ruben B.

Ceniza. 21st Century Mathematics (K to 12 Curriculum Compliant/Phoenix
Publishing House. Copyright 2014. Pp.74-79
Orlando A. Orense & Marilyn O. Mendoza, E-Math Intermediate Algebra, Worktext in
Mathematics for second year high school/Rex Book Store, Inc. Copyright 2007. Pp.
137-141
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=o9onBMWckDc Adding and Subtracting Radicals
Julieta G. Bernabe et. al., Our World of MATH 9 Quezon: Vibal Group, Inc., ©2014,
REFERENCE/S pp 139-147
DLM 2 – Unit 5 Lesson : Multiplication and Division of Radical Expressions.
“Multiplying Radical Expressions “ accessed November 27, 2019,
www.teacherspayteachers.com
Soledad J. Dilao and Julieta G. Bernabe Intermediate Algebra, Quezon City:SD
Publications, Inc., 2009 pp.154-156
Merden L. Bryant et. al., Mathematics Learner’s Material 9, Pasig City Department of
Education 2017 pp. 264-269
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LEARNING RESOURCE DEVELOPMENT TEAM
L1: JOSEPH P. AGUSTIN - Zamboanga City High School
WRITER L2: AYDIE G. MOLLEJON - Zamboanga City High School
L3: GERARDO G. BARREDO - Zamboanga City High School
ILLUSTRATOR Edward S. Duarte
Mujim U. Abdurahim Ma. Pilar C. Ahadi
LEARNING TEAM /
Mary Rose A. Castillo Shirly V. Gajilomo
EVALUATORS
Ma. Dolores J. Gregorio Sandra D. Ortega
MANAGEMENT Dr. Roy C. Tuballa, CESO VI Dr. Mildred D. Dayao
AND SPECIALIST Dr. Jay S. Montealto, CESO VI Dr. Vilma A. Brown

“Unido, Junto avanza con el EduKalidad Cree, junto junto puede!”

Lesson 1: Joseph P. Agustin, Master Teacher I, Zamboanga City High School

Lesson 2: Aydie G. Mollejon, SST-I, Zamboanga City High School
Lesson 3: Gerardo G. Barredo, SST-III, Zamboanga City High School