Factoring Difference of Squares

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What is the first step when factoring a polynomial?

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Look for the GCF (Greatest Common Factor).

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Factor the expression: 4x² - 9

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(2x - 3)(2x + 3)

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CCSS.HSA.APR.C.4

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Factor the expression: x² - 16

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(x + 4)(x - 4)

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CCSS.HSA.APR.C.4

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Factor the expression: x² - 25

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(x + 5)(x - 5)

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Factor completely: y² - 196

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(y + 14)(y - 14)

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CCSS.HSA.APR.C.4

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What is the difference of squares?

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A difference of squares is a binomial of the form a² - b², which can be factored as (a - b)(a + b).

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CCSS.HSA.APR.C.4

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What is the formula for factoring a difference of squares?

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a² - b² = (a - b)(a + b)

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CCSS.HSA.APR.C.4

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Factor the expression: 9x² - 25

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(3x - 5)(3x + 5)

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CCSS.HSA.APR.C.4

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Factor the expression: 16y² - 64

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(4y - 8)(4y + 8)

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What is the GCF of 12x² and 8x?

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4x