Question

Factor the expression using the GCF.

The expression $32z-48$ factored using the GCF is

Answer 1

$16(2z-3)

Explanation:

Prime factorization:

32: 2*2*2*2*2

48: 2*2*2*2*3

Notice any similarities:

2*2*2*2=16

$32z-$48 = $16(2z-3)

Answer 2

16(2z-3) or GCF: 16

Explanation:

32z-48 has a GFC of 16

16(2z-3)