How to Factor Trinomials for a > 1

Videos, worksheets, solutions, and activities to help Algebra students learn about factoring standard trinomials for a > 1.

Leading coefficient > 1
Factor a trinomial using the criss-cross method

Factor trinomial lead coefficient not equal 1
No guessing and no trial and error

Factoring Trinomials: Factor by Grouping

Shows how to factor a quadratic trinomial whose leading coefficient is greater than one.

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