Practice with Factoring Common Factors Topic Index | Algebra Index | Regents Exam Prep Center
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Explanation The largest number that will divide evenly into 5 and 30 is 5.
Explanation The largest number that will divide evenly into 2 and 6 is 2. The highest power of x present in both terms is x. So the greatest common factor is 2x.
Explanation The largest number that will divide evenly into 4, 6, 2, and 2 is 2. The highest power of x present in each term is x. So the greatest common factor is 2x. Don't forget that 2x/2x is 1.
Explanation The greatest common factor for these two terms is (x+2), Be careful when writing your answer. (x+2)(3x-4) is not the same as x+2(3x-4). This last expression says to multiply ONLY the 2 times the parenthesis (3x-4). This is not the answer.
