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Factoring Polynomials: Double Grouping

Question 78712 • Common Core Algebra I B-IC

Talia noticed that she does not have a common factor. What should she do?

Answer
A
Talia needs to leave the polynomial as is because it is prime and cannot be factored.
B
Talia needs to factor out a 3x from the first group and a 4x from the second group.
C
Talia needs to factor out a negative from one of the groups so the binomials will be the same.
D
Talia needs to apply the distributive property to get the expression (3x + 4)(5x – 1).
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