How this calculation works
Factor an expression of the form a²x²−b² over the integers.
THE FORMULA
u²−v² = (u−v)(u+v)A worked example
9x²−25 factors as (3x−5)(3x+5).
Good to know
Enter square roots of the two positive square coefficients.
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Read the result
Factor an expression of the form a²x²−b² over the integers.
The primary result is labeled “Factorization”. Keep the input definitions in view when comparing this result with another method.
Try a related calculation
Enter square roots of the two positive square coefficients.
For a related exercise, try the quadratic equation solver.
A few questions, answered
How can I check the default inputs by hand?
9x²−25 factors as (3x−5)(3x+5).
Which rule does this calculator apply?
u²−v² = (u−v)(u+v)