Factor 2x-8

Problem

2*x−8

Solution

1. Identify the greatest common factor (GCF) of the terms 2*x and 8

2. Determine that both terms are divisible by 2

3. Factor out the 2 from each term by dividing 2*x by 2 and 8 by 2

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

Final Answer

2*x−8=2*(x−4)

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