Factoring ax² + bx + c

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This flashcard set breaks down the step-by-step process for factoring trinomials in the form ax^2 + bx + c using the AC (grouping) method.

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ax^2+bx+c

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Step 1

Multiply AC

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Step 2

Find two numbers that multiply to AC and add to B

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Step 3

Rewrite the middle terms for B using the two numbers found in the previous step

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Step 4

Group everything

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Step 5

Factor out the GCF in each group

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Step 6

Factor out the common binomial

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Step 7

Write out the final factored form