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The expression -5p + 20 factored is
factor out the coefficient of the variable

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Answer: -5(p-4)

Step-by-step explanation: The coefficient of a variable is the number multiplying it. To factor it, take the coefficient out and put it outside the parantheses. However, if you do that, make sure you take that coefficient out of all of your other terms!

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