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Explore various methods for factoring polynomials, with a focus on quadratic trinomials. Practice solving equations with leading coefficients of 1, understanding the sum and product patterns. Enhance your algebra skills now!
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Factoring PolynomialsSUM AND PRODUCT Because polynomials come in many shapes and sizes, there are several patterns you need to recognize and there are different methods for solving them.
Factoring Polynomials: Type 1: Quadratic Trinomials with a Leading coefficient of 1 - 3 - 3 = 2 Binomial Factors
x2 – 13x + 40 x2 + 11x + 18
Factoring Quadratic Equations with a = 1 • Try these examples: • x2 + 7x + 12 2) x2 + 8x + 12 • 3) x2 + 2x – 3 4) x2 – 6x + 8 • 5) x2 + x – 12 6) x2 – 3x – 10 • x2 – 8x + 15 8) x2 – 3x – 18 • 9) x2 – 3x + 2 10) x2 – 10x + 21