Question

factor the expression.

• 35x - 30

the positive gcf of - 35x and - 30 is 5. complete each equation with an expression or
5 × □ = - 35x
5 × □ = - 30

Explanation:

Step1: Solve for the first box

To find the value in the first box, we divide \(-35x\) by \(5\). Using the division of coefficients and variables, \(\frac{-35x}{5} = -7x\). So \(5\times(-7x)=-35x\).

Step2: Solve for the second box

To find the value in the second box, we divide \(-30\) by \(5\). Calculating \(\frac{-30}{5} = -6\). So \(5\times(-6)=-30\).

Answer:

First box: \(-7x\), Second box: \(-6\)