Distributive Property and Factoring Expressions

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What is the Distributive Property?

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The Distributive Property states that a(b + c) = ab + ac. It allows you to multiply a single term by each term inside a set of parentheses.

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Factor the expression: 35c - 15d

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5(7c - 3d)

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What does GCF stand for in factoring?

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GCF stands for Greatest Common Factor, which is the largest factor that divides two or more numbers.

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Factor the expression: 24 + 16q

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8(3 + 2q)

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What is the first step in factoring expressions?

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Find the GCF!

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True or False: Factoring is the opposite of distributing.

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True

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Factor the expression: 3(2c - 5)

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6c - 15

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What is the purpose of factoring an expression?

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The purpose of factoring is to simplify expressions and solve equations more easily.

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What is an example of a binomial?

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An example of a binomial is 2x + 3.

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What does it mean to factor an expression completely?

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To factor an expression completely means to break it down into its simplest form, where no further factoring is possible.