05 - Factoring the GCF (Greatest Common Factor) from a Polynomial in Algebra, Part 1

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In this lesson, you will learn what a common factor is in a polynomial expression in Algebra. We will then use the concept of a common factor to pull out, or factor, the greatest common factor (GCF) from a multi term expression (polynomial).
This is a crucial skill because factoring the greatest common factor in algebra is necessary to solve equations and inequalities for more complex topic in algebra 1, algebra 2, and college algebra.

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I have a question about your problem around the 23 min mark. I feel the answer is incorrect. And it should be 5y2z(5x2 + 3z) I could be wrong and my dyslexia sees it different. Sorry if that’s the case

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