Math Problem Statement

gcf of 9x³y³, 6x⁴y³, 2x⁵y²

Solution

To find the Greatest Common Factor (GCF) of the terms 9x3y39x^3y^3, 6x4y36x^4y^3, and 2x5y22x^5y^2, follow these steps:

  1. Find the GCF of the coefficients (numerical parts):

    • Coefficients: 9, 6, and 2.
    • The GCF of 9, 6, and 2 is 1, as 1 is the largest number that divides all three.
  2. Find the GCF of the xx terms:

    • For x3x^3, x4x^4, and x5x^5, the lowest exponent is 3.
    • So, the GCF of the xx terms is x3x^3.
  3. Find the GCF of the yy terms:

    • For y3y^3, y3y^3, and y2y^2, the lowest exponent is 2.
    • So, the GCF of the yy terms is y2y^2.

Therefore, the GCF of 9x3y39x^3y^3, 6x4y36x^4y^3, and 2x5y22x^5y^2 is:

GCF=1x3y2=x3y2\text{GCF} = 1 \cdot x^3 \cdot y^2 = x^3y^2

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Here are 8 related questions:

  1. How do you find the GCF of multiple algebraic expressions?
  2. What is the GCF of 12x4y12x^4y and 18x2y318x^2y^3?
  3. How can you factor out the GCF from a polynomial?
  4. What is the role of exponents in determining the GCF of variables?
  5. What if the coefficients were fractions? How would you find the GCF?
  6. Can you find the LCM (Least Common Multiple) of 9x3y39x^3y^3 and 6x4y36x^4y^3?
  7. What is the difference between GCF and LCM in algebraic terms?
  8. How would you factor 12x3y2+6x4y3+3x5y12x^3y^2 + 6x^4y^3 + 3x^5y using the GCF?

Tip: When factoring polynomials, always start by finding the GCF of all the terms to simplify the expression.

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Math Problem Analysis

Mathematical Concepts

Polynomials
Greatest Common Factor (GCF)
Exponents

Formulas

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Theorems

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Suitable Grade Level

Grades 6-8