Factor 2x-2

Problem

2*x−2

Solution

1. Identify the greatest common factor (GCF) of the terms in the expression.

2. Determine that both 2*x and 2 are divisible by 2

3. Factor out the constant 2 from each term.

4. Divide each term by the GCF to find the remaining expression inside the parentheses: (2*x)/2=x and 2/2=1

Final Answer

2*x−2=2*(x−1)

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