Learn how to determine and factor a perfect square trinomial

The video tutorial explains how to factor and graph a perfect square trinomial. It begins by identifying perfect square trinomials and recognizing square terms. The process of factoring is detailed, including taking square roots of terms and determining the correct factors. The tutorial concludes with verifying the factors and summarizing the process.

Explain how to determine if the middle term of a trinomial is positive or negative.

What is the significance of the outer and inner terms when factoring?