Table of contents
- 0. Review of Algebra4h 16m
- 1. Equations & Inequalities3h 18m
- 2. Graphs of Equations43m
- 3. Functions2h 17m
- 4. Polynomial Functions1h 44m
- 5. Rational Functions1h 23m
- 6. Exponential & Logarithmic Functions2h 28m
- 7. Systems of Equations & Matrices4h 6m
- 8. Conic Sections2h 23m
- 9. Sequences, Series, & Induction1h 19m
- 10. Combinatorics & Probability1h 45m
0. Review of Algebra
Factoring Polynomials
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Problem 49a
Textbook Question
Textbook QuestionIn Exercises 49–56, factor each perfect square trinomial. x^2+2x+1
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Key Concepts
Here are the essential concepts you must grasp in order to answer the question correctly.
Perfect Square Trinomial
A perfect square trinomial is a quadratic expression that can be expressed as the square of a binomial. It takes the form a^2 + 2ab + b^2, which factors to (a + b)^2. Recognizing this pattern is essential for factoring such expressions efficiently.
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Factoring
Factoring is the process of breaking down an expression into simpler components, or factors, that when multiplied together yield the original expression. In the case of perfect square trinomials, this involves identifying the binomial that, when squared, produces the trinomial.
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Binomial
A binomial is a polynomial that consists of exactly two terms, typically in the form a + b or a - b. Understanding binomials is crucial for factoring, as perfect square trinomials can be rewritten as the square of a binomial, simplifying the expression significantly.
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