factoring polynomials review

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What is factoring in algebra?

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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 a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression that consists of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

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What does it mean to factor completely?

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To factor completely means to break down a polynomial into its simplest factors, such that no further factoring is possible.

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What is the difference of squares?

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What is the sum of cubes formula?

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What is the difference of cubes formula?

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How do you factor by grouping?

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To factor by grouping, you group terms in pairs, factor out the common factor from each pair, and then factor out the common binomial.

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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 leading coefficient of a polynomial?

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The leading coefficient is the coefficient of the term with the highest degree in a polynomial.

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What is a quadratic polynomial?

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