Distributing & Factoring

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What is the distributive property?

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The distributive property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by each term inside a set of parentheses.

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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Use the distributive property on this expression: 3(x + 4)

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3x + 12

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What does it mean to factor an expression?

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Factoring an expression means to break it down into simpler components (factors) that, when multiplied together, give the original expression.

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Factor the expression: 15x + 10

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5(3x + 2)

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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Use the distributive property on this expression: -4(2y + 3)

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-8y - 12

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What is a common factor?

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A common factor is a number or expression that divides two or more numbers or expressions evenly.

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Factor the expression: 8x + 12

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4(2x + 3)

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1

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Use the distributive property on this expression: 7(3 - x)

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21 - 7x

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CCSS.6.EE.A.3

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What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The greatest common factor (GCF) is the largest factor that two or more numbers share.

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Factor the expression: 20x - 5

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5(4x - 1)

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CCSS.7.EE.A.1