Factoring Polynomials Review

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What is factoring in mathematics?

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Factoring is the process of breaking down an expression into a product of simpler expressions, or factors, that when multiplied together give the original expression.

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression that consists of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents, combined using addition, subtraction, and multiplication.

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What does GCF stand for?

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

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How do you find the GCF of a polynomial?

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To find the GCF of a polynomial, identify the highest degree of each variable and the largest coefficient that divides all terms.

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What is the difference of squares?

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CCSS.HSA.APR.C.4

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What is the sum of cubes formula?

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CCSS.HSA.APR.C.4

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What is the difference of cubes formula?

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CCSS.HSA.APR.C.4

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What is the first step in factoring a polynomial?

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The first step in factoring a polynomial is to look for the Greatest Common Factor (GCF) of all the terms.

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What does it mean to factor completely?

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Factoring completely means breaking down a polynomial into its simplest factors, such that no further factoring is possible.