Factoring Trinomials (a=1)

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What is a trinomial?

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A trinomial is a polynomial with three terms, typically in the form ax^2 + bx + c.

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What does it mean to factor a trinomial?

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Factoring a trinomial involves rewriting it as a product of two binomials.

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What is the standard form of a quadratic equation?

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The standard form is ax^2 + bx + c = 0, where a, b, and c are constants.

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What is the significance of the leading coefficient in a trinomial?

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The leading coefficient (a) determines the direction of the parabola when graphed.

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How do you identify the coefficients in a trinomial?

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In the trinomial ax^2 + bx + c, 'a' is the coefficient of x^2, 'b' is the coefficient of x, and 'c' is the constant term.

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What is the first step in factoring a trinomial when a=1?

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Identify two numbers that multiply to 'c' and add to 'b'.

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Factor the trinomial: x^2 - 15x + 36

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(x - 12)(x - 3)

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What does it mean if a trinomial is prime?

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A trinomial is prime if it cannot be factored into the product of two binomials.

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Factor the trinomial: x^2 + 6x + 20

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PRIME

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Factor the trinomial: x^2 - 16x + 48

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(x - 12)(x - 4)