Solving Polynomial Equations in Factored Form

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Solve for the values of x: (x - 3)(x + 6) = 0

Back

x = 3, x = -6

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Solve for the values of x: (x - 5)(x - 1) = 0

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x = 5, x = 1

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Solve (2x - 8)(x + 5) = 0

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x = 4, x = -5

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Solve for the values of x: (2x - 1)(x + 4) = 0

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x = 1/2, x = -4

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What is the name of this property? (If ab = 0, then a = 0 or b = 0)

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Zero Product Property

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Define a polynomial equation.

Back

An equation that involves a polynomial expression, typically set equal to zero.

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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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The highest power of the variable in the polynomial.

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What does it mean for a polynomial to be in factored form?

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It is expressed as a product of its factors.

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What is the first step in solving a polynomial equation in factored form?

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Set each factor equal to zero.

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Explain the Zero Product Property.

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If the product of two factors is zero, at least one of the factors must be zero.