Factoring Flashcard

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Factor x² + 7x + 12

Back

(x + 3)(x + 4)

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Factor 16n² - 49

Back

(4n + 7)(4n - 7)

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What is the GCF of the polynomial 4y³ + 8y²?

Back

4y²

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Factor x² - 9

Back

(x + 3)(x - 3)

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Factor 2x² + 11x + 14

Back

(x + 2)(2x + 7)

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What is factoring in algebra?

Back

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 difference of squares?

Back

The difference of squares is a special factoring pattern that states a² - b² = (a + b)(a - b).

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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 terms.

Front

Factor x² + 5x + 6

Back

(x + 2)(x + 3)

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Factor 3x² - 12

Back

3(x - 2)(x + 2)