Question

how do i factor 3x^2-2x

Answer 1

take out common factors ... in this case an x

Answer 2

but it will give me the same

Answer 3

the same what?

Answer 4

factoring doesnt change values; it only changes the way something looks

Answer 5

spose i "factor" a $10 bill

$1, $1, $1, $1, $1, $5

same value, just a different appearance

Answer 6

3x^2 - 2x simply splits apart into: x (3x-2) and thats as far as you would prolly want to factor it right?

Answer 7

so would this be a prime

Answer 8

no, a prime is something that cant be split apart

Answer 9

if the terms of the polynomial have a common "factor"; you can always split it apart

Answer 10

thank you

Answer 11

youre welcome

Answer 12

so is 4x^2+x a prime?