6th Grade ENL - Factoring Algebraic Expressions

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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 does it mean for an expression to be prime?

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An expression is considered prime if it cannot be factored further into simpler expressions with integer coefficients.

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Factor the expression: 3x - 15

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3(x - 5)

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Factor the expression: 10 + 15x

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5(2 + 3x)

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Factor the expression: 27r - 15

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3(9r - 5)

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Factor the expression: 8k + 36

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4(2k + 9)

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Factor the expression: 14r - 8

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2(7r - 4)

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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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How do you find the GCF of 10 and 15?

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The GCF of 10 and 15 is 5.

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What is a binomial expression?

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A binomial expression is a polynomial that contains exactly two terms.