Lessons for A.SSE.A.2
Factoring by groupingPair the terms, factor each pair, then factor the shared bracket.Lesson
Factoring completely and choosing a strategyTake out the common factor first, then factor what is left, and check nothing more can go.Lesson
Factoring out the greatest common factorPull the shared factor to the front and write what is left in brackets.Lesson
Factoring when the leading coefficient is not oneSplit the middle term, then factor by grouping.Lesson
Factoring when the leading coefficient is oneFind two numbers that multiply to the constant and add to the middle.Lesson
Special productsThe square of a binomial and the sum-times-difference, recognized on sight.Lesson
Factoring special patternsa squared minus b squared factors into a sum times a difference.Lesson
Printable Worksheets
Factoring by grouping worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Factoring completely and choosing a strategy worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Factoring out the greatest common factor worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Factoring when the leading coefficient is not one worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Factoring when the leading coefficient is one worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Special products worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview
Factoring special patterns worksheet (PDF)Printable worksheet with answer keyPreview