How Do You Add & Factor Polynomials?
Mathematics can prove challenging for many people. Polynomials are expressions that you can add, subtract and multiply but not divide. They have constants, variables and exponents that are whole numbers. Being able to add and factor polynomials is a valuable skill. It makes a huge difference when working with graphs and doing algebra. Make sure the polynomials you want to add have the same variables. For example, if you need to add (3x^2+4x-6)+(x^2+4), adjust the second polynomial so it reads x^2+0x+4, since 0x is the same as 0. Stack the polynomials above each other so the variables line up. 3x^2 + 4x-6 +x^2 + 0x+4 Add the constants for each variable that are alike through the problem. Make sure you account for signs, since subtracting six within the polynomial is the same as adding negative six when you add both polynomials together. 3x^2 + 4x-6 +x^2 + 0x+4 =4x^2 +4x -2 Pull out any common multiples from the polynomial. 2x^2+16x+30 has a common multiple of 2, so you can simplify it t
