Algebra 2 - factoring tutorial to help you solve for the zeros of a polynomial y = x^4 ‐ x^2 ‐ 56

The video tutorial explains how to factor trinomials that do not share a common X. It covers the process of rewriting the expression as a trinomial, finding factors, and applying the Zero Product Property to solve equations. The tutorial also discusses solving for square roots, simplifying them, and introduces the concept of imaginary numbers for negative square roots.

What is the first step when factoring a trinomial where not all terms share a common factor?

• Combine like terms

• Rewrite it as a binomial

• Divide by the greatest common factor

• Rewrite it as a trinomial

Which two numbers multiply to -56 and add to -1 in the trinomial X^2 - X - 56?

• -6 and 9

• -7 and 8

• 7 and 8

• -8 and 7

What property is used to solve the equation once it is factored?

• Zero Product Property

• Associative Property

• Commutative Property

• Distributive Property

When solving for square roots, what must you remember to include?

• Both positive and negative roots

• Only the negative root

• Neither root

• Only the positive root

How is the square root of a negative number represented?

• As a complex number

• As a rational number

• As an imaginary number

• As a real number