Question

What is the gcf of 27x2y^3, 46x^2y

Answer 1

• x²y

Explanation:

Factorize both expressions:

• 27x²y³ = 3*3*3*x*x*y*y*y
• 46x²y = 2*23*x*x*y

Common factors are:

• x, x and y

GCF is:

• x*x*y = x²y