Factoring Polynomials Flashcard

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Factor the polynomial: 5x² - 28x + 32

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(5x - 8)(x - 4)

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Factor the polynomial: n² + 16n + 63

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(n + 7)(n + 9)

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Factor Completely: x² - 36

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(x + 6)(x - 6)

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Factor the polynomial: 9x² + 9x - 10

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(3x + 5)(3x - 2)

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Factor the polynomial: 2x² - 13x - 70

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(2x + 7)(x - 10)

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What is the definition of a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression consisting of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents.

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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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The degree of a polynomial is the highest power of the variable in the expression.

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What is factoring in mathematics?

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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 a binomial?

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A binomial is a polynomial that contains exactly two terms.

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What is a trinomial?

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A trinomial is a polynomial that contains exactly three terms.