Factoring Expressions

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What is factoring in mathematics?

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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 to factor 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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Factor the expression: 22 - 4

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2(11 - 2)

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Evaluate the expression x² + 3 when x = 6.

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39

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Factor the expression: 4 + 14

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2(2 + 7)

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Factor the expression: 12x - 20

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4(3x - 5)

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Factor the expression: 2x - 8

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2(x - 4)

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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 without leaving a remainder.

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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 or expressions share.

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How do you find the GCF of 12 and 20?

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The GCF of 12 and 20 is 4.