Factoring Trinomials

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What is a trinomial?

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A trinomial is a polynomial that consists of three terms, typically in the form ax² + bx + c.

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What does it mean to factor a trinomial?

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Factoring a trinomial involves rewriting it as a product of two binomials.

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What is the standard form of a quadratic equation?

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The standard form of a quadratic equation is ax² + bx + c = 0.

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What is the relationship between the coefficients and roots of a trinomial?

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The sum of the roots is equal to -b/a and the product of the roots is equal to c/a.

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Factor the trinomial: r² - 16r + 60

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(r - 6)(r - 10)

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Factor the trinomial: k² - 2k - 24

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(k + 4)(k - 6)

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Factor completely: 3x² + 10x - 8

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(3x - 2)(x + 4)

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Factor the trinomial: n² + 16n + 63

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(n + 7)(n + 9)

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Factor: 2x² + 3x - 9

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(x + 3)(2x - 3)

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What is a binomial?

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A binomial is a polynomial that consists of two terms, typically in the form ax + b.