Factor Linear Expressions

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Factor 6p − 36

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6(p − 6)

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Factor 11t − 23

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can't be factored

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Factor 26s + 39

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13(2s + 3)

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Factor 33x − 55y + 77z

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11(3x − 5y + 7z)

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Factor 8m − 24

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4(2m − 6)

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What is factoring in algebra?

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Factoring is the process of breaking down an expression into simpler components, or factors, that when multiplied together give the original expression.

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest factor that two or more numbers share.

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How do you find the GCF of 6 and 36?

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The GCF of 6 and 36 is 6.

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What does it mean if an expression can't be factored?

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It means that there are no common factors other than 1, or the expression is already in its simplest form.

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Factor 12x + 18

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6(2x + 3)