How to factor out a GCF from a polynomial to a higher order

The video tutorial explains how to factor polynomials by identifying common terms and using exponent rules. It covers the process of factoring out the largest common term and finding the greatest common factor (GCF) among numbers. The tutorial also emphasizes the importance of simplification and verification of the factored expression using the distributive property.

What is the first step in factoring the polynomial mentioned in the text?

How do you determine the largest exponent of the base P that can be factored out?

What is the greatest common factor of the numbers 3, 9, and 54?

What should you do if you cannot find the greatest common factor?

Explain how to factor out the number 3 from the polynomial terms.