Learn how to factor an expression by factoring out the GCF

The video tutorial focuses on the concept of factoring, emphasizing its importance as a foundational skill. The teacher explains factoring by using the number 8 as an example, demonstrating how to rewrite it as a product of two numbers. The lesson then progresses to factoring expressions, introducing the concept of the Greatest Common Factor (GCF) and how it is used to rewrite expressions as products. The tutorial concludes with a summary of the key points covered, reinforcing the understanding of factoring both numbers and expressions.

What does it mean to factor an expression?

How can you rewrite the number 8 as a product of two numbers?

What is the greatest common factor (GCF) and how do you find it?

Explain the process of rewriting an expression using its GCF.

How does dividing by the GCF help in factoring expressions?