Factoring Blitz- Factoring out common denominators

The video tutorial covers the process of factoring, focusing on identifying the greatest common denominator and applying it to different terms. It includes three examples: the first demonstrates basic factoring with numbers and variables, the second involves factoring with variables and checking the work using the distributive property, and the third tackles more complex terms involving binomials. The tutorial emphasizes understanding the shared factors among terms and provides a step-by-step approach to ensure accuracy.

What is the greatest common denominator in the example where the terms share the number 15?

• 25

• 20

• 15

• 10

In the second example, which number is factored out along with the variable X?

• 5

• 6

• 8

• 7

Why can't the variable Y be factored out in the second example?

• Because it is a constant

• Because it is not present in all terms

• Because it is not a common factor

• Because it is already factored out

In the final section, what type of terms are treated as binomials for factoring?

• Polynomials

• Binomials

• Trinomials

• Monomials

What is the common binomial term factored out in the last example?

• a + b

• a + 2b

• a + 3b

• a + 4b