Factoring Polynomials - Review

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What is factoring in mathematics?

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Factoring is the process of breaking down an expression into a product of simpler expressions, 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 divides two or more numbers or expressions without leaving a remainder.

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How do you factor a polynomial using the GCF?

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To factor a polynomial using the GCF, identify the largest common factor of all terms, factor it out, and express the polynomial as a product of the GCF and the remaining polynomial.

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What is a trinomial?

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What is the difference of squares?

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What is the sum of cubes?

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What is the difference of cubes?

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What is grouping in factoring?

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Grouping is a factoring technique where terms are grouped in pairs or sets to factor out common factors from each group.

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What does it mean for a polynomial to be unfactorable?

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A polynomial is considered unfactorable if it cannot be expressed as a product of simpler polynomials with real coefficients.