Factor a polynomial
Factor a quadratic ax² + bx + c when factors exist over the reals.
Also known as: factor a polynomial calculator, polynomial factoring calculator, factor a polynomial, algebra math, algebra factor a polynomial
Inputs
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Factored form
(x − 3)(x − 2)
1.0000x² + -5.0000x + 6.0000
- Expanded checkMultiply factors to verify.
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What this result means
Factor a quadratic ax² + bx + c when factors exist over the reals. Find roots via the quadratic formula, then write (x − r₁)(x − r₂).
Assumptions
- Rule dependency: Universal formula.
How is it calculated?
Find roots via the quadratic formula, then write (x − r₁)(x − r₂).
Example
x² − 5x + 6 = (x − 2)(x − 3).
Frequently asked questions
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This version factors quadratics ax² + bx + c.