Factoring a polynomial using grouping

What is the first step in factoring an expression by grouping?

• Divide the expression by the largest coefficient.

• Identify the greatest common factor (GCF) of all terms.

• Combine all terms into a single expression.

• Multiply all terms together.

When using the grouping method, what should you do after grouping the first two and last two terms?

• Subtract the second group from the first.

• Add the terms together.

• Factor out the GCF from each group.

• Multiply the groups together.

In the context of factoring by grouping, what is the purpose of ensuring the factors are the same?

• To simplify the expression into a single term.

• To allow for the common factor to be factored out.

• To ensure the expression is in its simplest form.

• To make it easier to add the terms together.

What is the result when you factor out a common factor from two identical expressions?

• A single term with no common factors.

• A product of the common factor and a new expression.

• A sum of the two expressions.

• A difference between the two expressions.

What is the final step in the factoring by grouping process?

• Factor out the common factor from the identical expressions.

• Multiply the grouped terms.

• Divide the expression by the GCF.

• Add all the terms together.