Algebraic Investigations - Unit 1: Pre Algebra – Guided Notes Name: _____________________________

Skill 1.5 – Find The Greatest Common Factor Date: ________________ Period:____

Introduction to New Material – “I D0”

Monday, January 24, 2010

I CAN Find the Greatest Common Factor

Need to Know:

Define:

Factor -

Greatest Common Factor-

How to:
Building a Factor Tree-

Focus Question: Find the Greatest Common Factor of these two numbers: 36, 54

36, 54
Step One Create a factor tree for each number.

Step Two Circle the common factors

Step Three Multiply the factors that are in common

 Guided Practice – “We Do”
Guided Practice with Mr. Kevin:

Find the Greatest Common Factor