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factor X^2-4

Solution

factor

X^{2} - 4

Solution

(X + 2) (X - 2)

Solution steps

X^{2} - 4

Rewrite

4

as

2^{2}

= X^{2} - 2^{2}

Apply Difference of Two Squares Formula:

x^{2} - y^{2} = (x + y) (x - y)

X^{2} - 2^{2} = (X + 2) (X - 2)

= (X + 2) (X - 2)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is factor X^2-4 ?
The solution to factor X^2-4 is (X+2)(X-2)