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0580/12 Feb/Mar 2021, Question 12: Simple Factorising

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 12 (Core) · Calculator · 2 marks

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The question, in short

Factorise the expression 9t²w − 3t completely.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 1Common factor of 9t²w and 3t is 3t
  2. 29t²w − 3t = 3t(3tw − 1)

Answer3t(3tw −1)

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