Factorization is a fundamental concept in Mathematics. It plays an important role in various areas of the study. But before learning the factorization methods we should have the knowledge on factors. Let us answer an important question, What is the factor of an algebraic expression?
A factor of an algebraic expression is a quantity that divides the expression exactly, without leaving a remainder. In other words, it is one of the expressions that, when multiplied by other factors, gives the original algebraic expression. Factors can be constants, variables, or complex expressions.