Learn how to factor out the GCF from a binomial

The video tutorial discusses the concept of square terms, highlighting that while X squared and 9 are square terms, 6 is not. It explains that the difference of two squares cannot be applied when a term is not a square. The tutorial then shifts to factoring using the greatest common factor (GCF), demonstrating how to factor out a common factor of 3 from the expression. The instructor emphasizes that sometimes further factoring is not possible, addressing common student misconceptions and errors in factoring.

Which of the following is NOT a square term?

• X squared

• Four

• Nine

• Six

Why can't the difference of two squares be applied to the expression involving six?

• Because six is not a square term

• Because the expression is already factored

• Because X squared is not a square term

• Because nine is not a square term

What is the greatest common factor (GCF) in the expression discussed?

• Three

• Five

• Four

• Two

After factoring out the GCF, what is left in the expression?

• X squared minus three

• X squared plus three

• X squared plus six

• X squared minus six

What is a common mistake students make when factoring expressions?

• Using the wrong formula for factoring

• Applying the difference of two squares incorrectly

• Trying to factor expressions further than possible

• Not factoring out the GCF