Unit 6 Flashcard #1 PREP

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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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Factor the expression: 16x + 24x²

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8x(2 + 3x)

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What is the distributive property?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac, meaning you can distribute a factor across a sum.

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Factor the expression: -2(x + 5)

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-2x - 10

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What does it mean to write an expression in factored form?

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Writing an expression in factored form means expressing it as a product of its factors.

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Factor the expression: 8x - 6

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2(4x - 3)

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What is a common factor?

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A common factor is a number or expression that divides two or more numbers or expressions evenly.

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Factor the expression: 36 - 9x

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9(4 - x)

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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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Factor the expression: 12x - 20

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4(3x - 5)