Factor x^2-8x

Problem

x2−8*x

Solution

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

2. Observe that both terms x2 and 8*x share the variable x

3. Factor out the GCF, which is x from each term.

4. Divide each term by x to determine the remaining expression inside the parentheses.

5. Rewrite the expression as the product of the GCF and the remaining terms.

Final Answer

x2−8*x=x*(x−8)

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