Factor 3x-3

Problem

3*x−3

Solution

1. Identify the greatest common factor (GCF) of the terms 3*x and 3

2. Determine that both terms are divisible by 3

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

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

Final Answer

3*x−3=3*(x−1)

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