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Intro to long division of polynomials

Learn how to divide polynomials, also known as algebraic long division. This video starts with simple examples and gradually moves to more complex ones, demonstrating how to divide quadratics by linear factors. The process involves looking at the highest degree terms, dividing, and subtracting to simplify expressions. Created by Sal Khan and CK-12 Foundation.

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