How To Factor Out A Negative Number | Math Defined with Mrs C | 7.EE.A.1

The video tutorial explains how to factor out negative numbers and fractions from algebraic expressions. It begins with an introduction to the concept of factoring as division, followed by examples of factoring -2 from -4P + 10, -6 from 18Z - 15, and -1/4 from expressions involving fractions. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of dividing each term by the factor and simplifying the results, while also reminding viewers to include variables in the final expression.

What is the primary mathematical operation involved in factoring an algebraic expression?

• Division

• Subtraction

• Addition

• Multiplication

When factoring -6 out of 18Z - 15, what is the result of dividing -15 by -6?

• +5/2

• -5/2

• +2/5

• -2/5

In the expression -4P + 10, what is the result after factoring out -2?

• 2P + 5

• -2P - 5

• -2P + 5

• 2P - 5

What is the result of dividing -1/2 by -1/4 in the context of factoring?

• -2

• 2

• 1/2

• -1/2

When factoring -1/4 from -5/4Y, what is the simplified result?

• -5Y

• +5Y

• +1Y

• -1Y