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What is the first step when factoring polynomials?

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Find the GCF (Greatest Common Factor)

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What does GCF stand for in polynomial factoring?

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GCF stands for Greatest Common Factor, which is the largest factor that divides all terms in a polynomial.

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(k + 4)(k - 6)

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(n + 7)(n + 9)

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What is the purpose of factoring polynomials?

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Factoring polynomials simplifies expressions and helps solve equations.

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What is the result of factoring by grouping?

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Factoring by grouping involves rearranging and grouping terms to factor out common factors.

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(x - 4)(x^2 - 4)

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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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What is the degree of a polynomial?

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The degree of a polynomial is the highest power of the variable in the expression.

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What is the difference between a monomial, binomial, and trinomial?

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A monomial has one term, a binomial has two terms, and a trinomial has three terms.