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constant term
[constant term|constant term] The constant term is -4, with factors p = ±1, ±2, ±4.
Definition
constant term The constant term is -4, with factors p = ±1, ±2, ±4. To isolate the variable, move the constant term to the right side of the equal sign.
Mechanism
constant term Divide both sides by the constant term to place the equation in standard form. The equation is expressed in standard form by dividing both sides of the equation by the constant term.
Effects
constant term Determine all factors of the constant term and all factors of the leading coefficient. Identify all possible values of p q , where p is a factor of the constant term and q is a factor of the leading coefficient.