Q5. - Algebra 1

Question

State whether each sentence is true or false; replace the underlined term to make a true sentence.

In an expression involving multiplication, the quantities being multiplied are called factors.

Step-by-Step Solution

Answer

The given statement is True.

Step 1. Given statement.

The given statement is “In an expression involving multiplication, the quantities multiplied are called factors.”

Step 2. Definition of factor.

If $p\left(x\right)=h\left(x\right)g\left(x\right)$ then $h\left(x\right),g\left(x\right)$ are called factors of $p\left(x\right)$ .

Step 3. Conclusion.

Consider $f\left(x\right)=x\left(x^2+1\right)$

Here $x,\left(x^2+1\right)$ are factors of $f\left(x\right)=x\left(x^2+1\right)$.

Hence, the given statement “In an expression involving multiplication, the quantities multiplied are called factors”  is true.