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Factorisation is the process of expressing an algebraic expression as a product of its factors, which is essential for simplifying expressions and solving equations. Key methods include identifying common factors, using the difference of squares, factoring trinomials, and grouping terms. Practice questions are provided to reinforce understanding of these methods.

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Factorisation Presentation

Factorisation is the process of expressing an algebraic expression as a product of its factors, which is essential for simplifying expressions and solving equations. Key methods include identifying common factors, using the difference of squares, factoring trinomials, and grouping terms. Practice questions are provided to reinforce understanding of these methods.

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Factorisation Explained with

Examples
Understanding the basics and
methods of factorising algebraic
expressions.
What is Factorisation?
• Factorisation is the process of writing an
expression as a product of its factors.
• It is the reverse of expansion.
• Example: x² + 5x = x(x + 5)
Why is Factorisation Important?
• To simplify algebraic expressions.
• To solve equations easily.
• To understand the structure of expressions.
Method 1: Common Factors
• Look for a common factor in all terms and
factor it out.
• Example: 6x² + 9x = 3x(2x + 3)
Method 2: Difference of Squares
• Use the identity: a² - b² = (a - b)(a + b)
• Example: x² - 25 = (x - 5)(x + 5)
Method 3: Trinomials
• Look for two numbers that multiply to the last
term and add to the middle term.
• Example: x² + 7x + 10 = (x + 2)(x + 5)
Method 4: Grouping
• Group terms and factor each group.
• Example: ab + ac + xb + xc = (a + x)(b + c)
Summary of Methods
• 1. Common Factors – Take out the highest
common factor.
• 2. Difference of Squares – a² - b² = (a - b)(a + b)
• 3. Trinomials – Find two numbers that multiply
and add accordingly.
• 4. Grouping – Group and factor pairs.
Practice Questions
• 1. Factorise: x² + 6x + 8
• 2. Factorise: 4x² - 25
• 3. Factorise: 2x³ + 4x²
• 4. Factorise: ax + ay + bx + by
Final Tips
• Always check for a common factor first.
• Recognize patterns like squares and
trinomials.
• Use rough work to test number combinations.
• Factorisation makes solving equations easier!

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