SOLUTION: Factor completely. Remember to look first for a common factor. If a polynomial is prime, state this. 6p^2 − 6q^2

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Question 474209: Factor completely. Remember to look first for a common factor. If a polynomial is prime, state this.
6p^2 − 6q^2
Found 2 solutions by stanbon, solver91311:
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
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6p^2 − 6q^2
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Common Factor: 6
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Factor:
= 6[p^2-q^2]
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Factor:
= 6(p-q)(p+q)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
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Take out the 6 and then factor the difference of two squares.

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