Multiplying Binomials and Factoring

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What is a binomial?

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A binomial is a polynomial that contains exactly two terms, such as (a + b) or (x - 3).

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What does it mean to multiply binomials?

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Multiplying binomials involves using the distributive property or the FOIL method to find the product of two binomials.

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What is the FOIL method?

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FOIL stands for First, Outside, Inside, Last; it is a method used to multiply two binomials.

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Find the product: (n - 5)(n - 1)

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n² - 6n + 5

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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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What is the quadratic formula?

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The quadratic formula is x = (-b ± √(b² - 4ac)) / (2a), used to find the solutions of a quadratic equation.

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Find the solutions to: x² + 16x + 64 = 0

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x = -8

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What is a factor of a polynomial?

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A factor of a polynomial is a polynomial that divides the original polynomial without leaving a remainder.

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Which of the following is a factor of 3x² - 7x + 2?

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x - 2

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Simplify: (p - 8)²

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p² - 16p + 64