SOLUTION: Factor the expression by taking out the greatest common factor. 11a^2-55a^3 Pls show me the steps to get the answer. Thanks

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Question 431788: Factor the expression by taking out the greatest common factor.
11a^2-55a^3
Pls show me the steps to get the answer. Thanks
Answer by richard1234(7193) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Greatest common factor is 11a%5E2 so factor this out:

11a%5E2%281+-+5a%29 This cannot be factored any further.