Algebra: Factoring

Algebra is a form of mathematics where you find an unknown value by representing that value with a symbol or letter, and placing that letter into an equation, and solving for it. Algebra can be used to solve problems in economics, medicine, engineering, and science.

Factoring is the process of splitting an expression into numbers or mathematical expressions that when multiplied together produce the original expression. Factoring is often the easiest method of solving an equation.

In this book you learn the basics of factoring, involving finding the greatest common factor (GCF) and then move on to shortcut methods like grouping, observing the coefficient of numbers with exponents, and recognizing special products, and other methods of factoring more complex mathematical statements.

This book contains over 60 worked examples and over 250 practice problems with answers. This is a great supplement for any individual working through an Algebra course in high school or college, or anyone who uses mathematics, or who just wants to keep their mind sharp.