Solve Quadratics by Factoring

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What is the Zero-Product Property?

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If the product of two factors is zero, then at least one of the factors must be zero.

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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Solve using the Zero-Product Property: (x + 4)(x − 3) = 0

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x = -4 or x = 3

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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Solve using the Zero-Product Property: 7x(x − 6) = 0

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x = 0 or x = 6

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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What does it mean to factor a quadratic equation?

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Factoring a quadratic equation involves rewriting it as a product of two binomials.

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Solve using the Zero-Product Property: (x − 11)(5x + 1) = 0

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x = 11 or x = -\frac{1}{5}

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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Factor and Solve: x^2 + 13x + 12 = 0

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x = -12 or x = -1

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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What is a quadratic equation?

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A quadratic equation is a polynomial equation of the form ax^2 + bx + c = 0, where a ≠ 0.

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What are the steps to solve a quadratic equation by factoring?

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1. Set the equation to zero. 2. Factor the quadratic expression. 3. Apply the Zero-Product Property.

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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Factor and Solve: a^2 + 2a − 24 = 0

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a = -6 or a = 4

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CCSS.HSA-REI.B.4B

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What is the standard form of a quadratic equation?

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The standard form is ax^2 + bx + c = 0.