Algebra: Solve by Factoring & Square Roots ACAD

Front

What is the Zero-Product Property?

Back

If the product of two factors is zero, then at least one of the factors must be zero.

Front

Solve for x: 2x^2 = 8

Back

x = 2, -2

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What is the first step in solving a quadratic equation by factoring?

Back

Set the equation to zero.

Front

Solve for x: x^2 - 64 = 0

Back

x = 8, -8

Front

What does it mean to solve by factoring?

Back

To express a polynomial as a product of its factors and find the values of the variable that make the equation true.

Front

Solve for x: (2x + 5)(5x - 2) = 0

Back

x = -5/2, 2/5

Front

What is a quadratic equation?

Back

An equation of the form ax^2 + bx + c = 0, where a, b, and c are constants.

Front

Solve using Zero-Product Property: (x - 11)(5x + 1) = 0

Back

x = 11 or x = -1/5

Front

What is the standard form of a quadratic equation?

Back

ax^2 + bx + c = 0

Front

Solve for x: 7x^2 - 28x = 0

Back

x = 0, 4