Chapter 5 Review – Factoring and Polynomials

Can you:

• Find the Greatest Common Factor (GCF)?
• Find the Lowest Common Multiple (LCM)?
• Multiply binomials (FOIL)?
• Factor polynomials by removing the GCF?
• Factor trinomials by inspection?
• Factor trinomials by grouping?
• Recognize and factor special trinomials (difference of squares & perfect square trinomial)?
• Use algebra tiles to model polynomial multiplication and factorization?

Study Tip: YouTube has hundreds of videos explaining factoring. If you find yourself getting stuck why not take a look online to see a concept explained. Some helpful channels to try are: Khan Academy, Your Teacher & My Geek Ride

Extra Factoring Practice