This math topic focuses on quadratic equations and involves the specific skill of removing the leading coefficient from the \(x\) terms to facilitate completing the square, a method used to solve quadratic equations. The problems require students to manipulate algebraic expressions to transform a standard quadratic equation into a form suitable for completing the square by factoring out the leading coefficient in preparation for rewriting the equation. The questions are presented with multiple-choice answers, each offering different variations of factored quadratic expressions.