Factoring (Noun)
Meaning
(mathematics) the resolution of an expression into factors such that when multiplied together they give the original expression.
Classification
Nouns denoting cognitive processes and contents.
Examples
- Factoring quadratic expressions is an important skill for students to learn in algebra.
- She struggled with factoring large polynomials on her math homework.
- The teacher showed the class a simple method of factoring out the greatest common factor from an algebraic expression.
- To simplify the expression, he started by factoring out a negative from the first term.
- By mastering the technique of factoring trinomials, the students were able to solve quadratic equations more easily.