Unit 7 Review: Polynomials, GCF, Factoring

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression that consists of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

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What does GCF stand for in mathematics?

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GCF stands for Greatest Common Factor, which is the largest positive integer that divides each of the integers without leaving a remainder.

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How do you find the GCF of two numbers?

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To find the GCF, list the factors of each number, then identify the largest factor that appears in both lists.

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Factor the expression: 10x³ - 15x

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5x(2x² - 3)

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Factor the expression: 6m² + 16m

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2m(3m + 8)

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What is the formula for the square of a binomial?

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The formula for the square of a binomial (a - b)² is a² - 2ab + b².

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Simplify the expression: (x - 3)²

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x² - 6x + 9

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Factor the expression: p² - 14p

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p(p - 14)

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What is the result of subtracting two polynomials?

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To subtract two polynomials, subtract the coefficients of like terms.

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Find the difference: (2x² - 2x + 3) - (3x² + 4x - 5)

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-x² - 6x + 8