Factoring

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What is factoring in algebra?

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Factoring is the process of breaking down an expression into a product of simpler expressions, called factors.

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(x + 3)(x + 4)

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(r - 6)(r - 10)

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What is the appropriate domain for tracking the weight of candy?

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Positive rational numbers.

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{5, 130, 1005}

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f(-2) = 5.06

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What is a polynomial?

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A polynomial is a mathematical expression consisting of variables, coefficients, and non-negative integer exponents.

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The degree is 2.

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What does it mean for a polynomial to be factored completely?

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A polynomial is factored completely when it is expressed as a product of irreducible polynomials.

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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.