Factor Expressions

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What is factoring in algebra?

Back

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?

Back

To factor completely means to break down an expression into its simplest factors, where no further factoring is possible.

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Factor Completely: -9u - 81

Back

-9(u + 9)

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Factor: 12x + 9

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3(4x + 3)

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Factor Completely: 12 - 4b

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4(3 - b)

Front

Factor Completely: -3x - 15

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-3(x + 5)

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Factor: 12x - 20

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4(3x - 5)

Front

What is the greatest common factor (GCF)?

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The GCF is the largest factor that two or more numbers share.

Front

How do you find the GCF of 12 and 18?

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The GCF of 12 and 18 is 6.

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What is a binomial?

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A binomial is a polynomial with two terms.