Factoring Polynomials Flashcards
1
Q
what is the factoring pattern of a difference of squares
A
(a+b)(a-b)
2
Q
what is the sum of cubes
A
2 perfect cubes being added together
3
Q
what is a difference of cubes
A
2 perfect cubes being subtracted
4
Q
what is the factoring pattern for a sum or difference of cubes
A
a^3 + b^3= (a+-b)(a^2-+ab+b^2)
5
Q
when to use grouping
A
when there are four terms
6
Q
how do you recognize a difference of squares
A
a^2 - b^2
