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Finite Math Examples
Step 1
Since both terms are perfect cubes, factor using the difference of cubes formula, where and .
Step 2
Step 2.1
Cancel the common factor of and .
Step 2.1.1
Factor out of .
Step 2.1.2
Factor out of .
Step 2.1.3
Factor out of .
Step 2.1.4
Reorder terms.
Step 2.1.5
Cancel the common factor.
Step 2.1.6
Divide by .
Step 2.2
Rewrite as .
Step 2.3
Apply the distributive property.