Factor 2x-4

Problem

2*x−4

Solution

1. Identify the greatest common factor (GCF) of the terms 2*x and 4

2. Determine that both terms are divisible by 2

3. Factor out the 2 from each term by dividing 2*x by 2 and 4 by 2

4. Rewrite the expression as the product of the GCF and the remaining binomial.

Final Answer

2*x−4=2*(x−2)

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