Factoring: a>1

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What is factoring in algebra?

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Factoring is the process of breaking down an expression into a product of simpler expressions, called factors.

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What does it mean when a polynomial is prime?

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A polynomial is prime if it cannot be factored into the product of two non-constant polynomials.

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(5a + 4)(a + 3)

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(2x + 1)(x + 4)

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(4x + 1)(x - 7)

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What is the first step in the slip and slide method?

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What do you do after factoring with slip and slide?

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What is the purpose of the slip and slide method?

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The slip and slide method is used to factor quadratic expressions where the leading coefficient (a) is greater than 1.

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What is a quadratic expression?

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(x - 2)(x - 3)