Solve by factoring when a is greater than one

The video tutorial explains how to factor a quadratic equation when the absolute value of A is greater than one. It begins by identifying possible factor forms and setting up equations. The tutorial then demonstrates how to factor the equation and find valid solutions. Finally, it applies the Zero Product Property to solve the equation, providing a step-by-step guide to the factoring process.

What is the first step in factoring a quadratic equation where the absolute value of A is greater than one?

• Apply the Zero Product Property

• Multiply the outer and inner terms

• Set the equation equal to zero

• Identify the factors of the constant term

Which of the following is a possible factorization of the quadratic equation discussed in the video?

• 10X - 1 * 2X - 1

• 5X - 1 * 3X - 1

• 15X + 1 * X + 1

• 3X + 1 * 5X + 1

Why must the last two numbers in the factorization be negative?

• Because the equation is set to zero

• Because the constant term is positive

• Because the middle term is negative

• Because the leading coefficient is greater than one

What property is used to solve the factored equations?

• Zero Product Property

• Commutative Property

• Associative Property

• Distributive Property

After factoring the equation, what is the next step to find the solutions?

• Divide the factors by the leading coefficient

• Set each factor equal to zero

• Multiply the factors

• Add the factors together