Factor into pairs like in “T” Find the pair whose sum is “b” Factor Using “T-GROUPING” Trinomials in the form of ax2 + bx + c Three-step check list: a Trinomial (standard form) b Begins with a number greater than one (Leading coefficient is not one) c Already tried #1 (common monomials) If no, this is the wrong method. If yes, follow these steps: 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 1. 2. Multiply “a” by “c” Factor into pairs like in “T” Find the pair whose sum is “b” Double check the signs Re-write with four terms * Make center sign positive if possible! Use Grouping method to factor (See “Grouping” notes)
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