Algebra Rules

Algebra Rules

1. 2nd term positive/ 3rd term positive

   • Example- X +5X+6
   • Factors = (X+?)(X+?)

2. 2nd term positive/ 3rd term negative

   • Example- X +4X-21
   • Factors = (X+?)(X-?)
   • The bigger number in the brackets will be positive

3. 2nd term negative/ 3rd term positive

   • Example- X -8X+15
   • Factors = (X-?)(X-?)

4. 2nd term negative/ 3rd term negative

   • Example- X-2X-24
   • Factors = (X-?)(X+?)
   • The bigger number in the brackets will be negative