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factor x^4-1

Solution

factor

x^{4} - 1

Solution

(x^{2} + 1) (x + 1) (x - 1)

Solution steps

x^{4} - 1

Apply exponent rules

= (x^{2})^{2} - 1^{2}

Apply Difference of Two Squares Formula:

x^{2} - y^{2} = (x + y) (x - y)

(x^{2})^{2} - 1^{2} = (x^{2} + 1) (x^{2} - 1)

= (x^{2} + 1) (x^{2} - 1)

Factor

x^{2} - 1 : (x + 1) (x - 1)

= (x^{2} + 1) (x + 1) (x - 1)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is factor x^4-1 ?
The solution to factor x^4-1 is (x^2+1)(x+1)(x-1)