Write the following equations in factored form. Remember to common factor first
(if possible).
a) 𝑦 = 6𝑥 + 42
𝑦 = 6(𝑥 + 7)
To factor the equation 𝑦 = 6𝑥 + 42, we need to look for a common factor between the terms.
The common factor between 6𝑥 and 42 is 6.
Factoring out the common factor, we can rewrite the equation as:
𝑦 = 6(𝑥 + 7)
So, the factored form of the equation 𝑦 = 6𝑥 + 42 is 𝑦 = 6(𝑥 + 7).