For the problems on pages 345 and 346 factor the

Question

Factoring ax² + bx + c with a = 1

page 345-346 problems
1)x^2 minus x minus12

Factoring completely

2)w³-3w²-18w

page 353 problem

The ac Method: Leading Coefficient Only Has Two Factors

1)6x² - 5x + 3

• For the problems on pages 345 and 346, factor the polynomials using whatever strategy seems appropriate. State what methods you will use and then demonstrate the methods on your problems, explaining the process as you go. Discuss any particular challenges those particular polynomials posed for the factoring.
• For the problem on page 353 make sure you use the "ac method" regardless of what the book's directions say. Show the steps of this method in your work in a similar manner as how the book shows it in examples.
• Incorporate the following five math vocabulary words into your discussion. Use bold font to emphasize the words in your writing (Do not write definitions for the words; use them appropriately in sentences describing your math work.):
  • Factor  
  • GCF  
  • Prime factors  
  • Perfect square 
  • Grouping