Factoring Polynomials by Grouping Practice!

(4 T e r m s ) Factoring Polynomials by Grouping

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Example

step 1: Group the first two terms together and the last two terms together.

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+ 2x + 14

Step 2: Factor out the GCF for each binomial.

Step 3: The GCF from each binomial will become one factor and remaining binomial will be the other factor.

Step 4: Use FOIL to check your answer.

Practice! 1.

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8x^ + 12x + 2xy +

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4. x^

5. 2yz — z

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7. 2Sx^

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Factoring the Sum or Difference of Two Cubes The Sum of Cubes Factoring Formula is:

The Difference of Cubes Factoring Formula is: