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factor xy^2-y^4

Solution

factor

x y^{2} - y^{4}

Solution

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

Solution steps

x y^{2} - y^{4}

Apply exponent rule:

a^{b + c} = a^{b} a^{c}

y^{4} = y^{2} y^{2}

= x y^{2} - y^{2} y^{2}

Factor out common term

y^{2}

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

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is factor xy^2-y^4 ?
The solution to factor xy^2-y^4 is y^2(x-y^2)