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 is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest factor that two or more numbers share. It is used to simplify expressions before factoring.

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Factor the expression: 14r - 8

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2(7r - 4)

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Factor completely: 24 + 16q

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8(3 + 2q)

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Factor: 10 + 15x

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5(2 + 3x)

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True or False: 12x - 8 = 6(2x - 1)

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False

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Factor completely: 35c - 15d

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5(7c - 3d)

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What does it mean to factor an expression completely?

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Factoring completely means breaking down an expression into its simplest factors, where no further factoring is possible.

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What is a binomial?

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A binomial is a polynomial with two terms, such as x + 5 or 3y - 2.

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is an algebraic expression that consists of variables, coefficients, and exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.