Factoring Polynomials: GCF, Grouping, & Difference of Squares

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What is the Greatest Common Factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest factor that divides two or more numbers or expressions without leaving a remainder.

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How do you factor a polynomial by grouping?

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To factor by grouping, group terms with common factors, factor out the GCF from each group, and then factor out the common binomial.

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What is the difference of squares formula?

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How do you find the GCF of two terms?

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To find the GCF, identify the common factors of the terms and multiply them together.

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What is the first step in factoring a polynomial?

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The first step is to look for the GCF of all the terms in the polynomial.