Factoring Trinomials

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What is a trinomial?

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A trinomial is a polynomial with three terms, typically in the form of 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, where a, b, and c are constants.

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What is the relationship between the coefficients and roots of a trinomial?

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The sum of the roots is -b/a and the product of the roots is c/a.

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What is the first step in factoring a trinomial?

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

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