How do you know when to factor a difference of squares versus a difference of cubes?

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10 October, 11:03

How do you know when to factor a difference of squares versus a difference of cubes?

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London Tyler · Answer 1

it just depends on if the number is a perfect square or perfect cube

Step-by-step explanation:

if the numbers something like 9 (3^2) then you'll factor using difference of squares where if its like 27 (3^3) then youll factor using difference of cubes