How To Factor Out A Negative Number | Math Defined with Mrs C | 7.EE.A.1

The video tutorial explains how to factor out negative numbers and fractions from algebraic expressions. It begins with an introduction to the concept of factoring as division, followed by examples of factoring -2 from -4P + 10, -6 from 18Z - 15, and -1/4 from expressions involving fractions. The tutorial emphasizes the importance of dividing each term by the factor and simplifying the results, while also reminding viewers to include variables in the final expression.

What is the result of dividing -15 by -6, and how do you simplify it?

Describe the steps taken to factor out -1/4 from the expression involving complex fractions.