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 the number 2 is the largest factor that divides both 2 and 4 evenly.

3. Factor out the GCF by dividing each term by 2 and placing the result inside parentheses.

4. Simplify the expression to its factored form.

Final Answer

2*x+4=2*(x+2)

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