Factoring Trinomials Algebra
AIM I can factor trinomials using the AC method. TOPIC: Factoring Trinomials
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Regents Example
Factoring Remember that factoring and multiplying can be seen as processes How can we factor the following? x2 + 12x + 27
STEPS FOR FACTORING USING THE AC METHOD Make sure there are terms (which makes it a ) Multiply the times the . Find the factor pairs for this product. Choose the pair that to make the middle coefficient. 4) Write your answer as two binomial factors.
Factoring Practice
Part 2 Regents Example
Which method would you use? Choose GCF, Difference of Two Perfect Squares, or AC Method for each
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