IGCSE Factorisation Worksheet
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Powered by AIThe zero-product property states that if a product of factors equals zero, then at least one factor must be zero. For 4π₯Β² - 8π₯π¦, factoring out 4π₯ gives 4π₯(π₯ - 2π¦). Setting each factor to zero, 4π₯ = 0 or π₯ - 2π¦ = 0, confirms correct factorization since the roots occur where the expression equals zero .
The challenge lies in identifying the GCF across different variables. For the expression 3π’π£ + 9π£π€, the GCF is 3π£, which accounts for the common coefficient and variable. Factoring out 3π£ simplifies the expression to 3π£(π’ + 3π€). Recognizing the role of π£ as part of the GCF is key .
Grouping helps in combining terms with common factors. For the expression ππ + ππ β 2π β 2π, you group as (ππ + ππ) and (-2π - 2π). Factor out common factors from each group: π(π + π) - 2(π + π). The common factor (π + π) allows further factorization to (π + π)(π - 2).
Recognize it as a difference of squares, since 5π₯Β² - 20π¦Β² can be rewritten as 5(π₯Β² - 4π¦Β²), where π₯Β² - 4π¦Β² is a difference of squares and factors further to (π₯ - 2π¦)(π₯ + 2π¦). The complexity arises in detecting lesser-used forms of squares, ensuring each factor is prime, and confirming each step .
The greatest common factor (GCF) simplifies the expression by reducing it to a simpler form. For 2π₯Β³ - 18π₯π¦Β², the GCF is 2π₯. By factoring 2π₯ out, the expression becomes 2π₯(π₯Β² - 9π¦Β²), a reducible format known as the difference of squares, leading to 2π₯(π₯ + 3π¦)(π₯ - 3π¦).
Reversing factorization involves expanding an expression from its factored form back to its original by addressing factors separately. For example, 2π₯(1 - 2π₯) returns to 2π₯ - 4π₯Β² when multiplied through. This tests the correctness of factorization and enhances understanding of distributive properties .
A potential mistake is failing to recognize it as a difference of squares. The expression 9π€Β² - 100 can be rewritten as (3π€)Β² - 10Β², which is a difference of squares that factors as (3π€ - 10)(3π€ + 10). Ignoring this structure leads to incorrect or incomplete factorization.
Recognizing patterns allows for strategic grouping. The expression can be rearranged as (ππ + 3π) + (ππ + 3π). Factor out the common factor in each group: π(π + 3) + π(π + 3). The repetition of (π + 3) suggests further factorization into (π + π)(π + 3).
Partial factorization targets subsets of terms to reveal common factors, grouping (ππ₯ + ππ¦) + (ππ₯ + ππ¦). Factoring within each group gives π(π₯ + π¦) + π(π₯ + π¦), leading to a complete factorization of (π + π)(π₯ + π¦). This highlights shared factors incrementally and is effective in organizing and simplifying expressions .
To factorize 15πΒ² + 24ππ‘ completely, identify the greatest common factor (GCF) of the terms, which is 3π. Factoring out 3π from both terms gives 3π(5π + 8π‘).