Factoring Quadratics: Example 11

Topic

Quadratics

Description

This example illustrates factoring a quadratic expression in standard form where b = 0. The factoring process remains the same: finding two numbers that multiply to give c and add up to b, but in this case they add up to 0. For example, if the expression is x² - 13x + 36, we would look for factors of 36 that add up to -13, resulting in (x - 9)(x - 4). This type of example helps students develop their factoring skills with more challenging numbers, preparing them for more complex problem-solving scenarios. It reinforces the importance of considering both positive and negative factors and strengthens algebraic manipulation skills.

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