Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
Given <u>quadratic expression</u>:
To factor a quadratic in the form , find <u>two numbers</u> that <u>multiply to ac</u> and <u>sum to b</u>:
Therefore, two numbers are: -4 and -4
<u>Rewrite</u> the middle term as the sum of these two numbers:
<u>Factorize</u> the first two terms and the last two terms separately:
<u>Factor out</u> the common term (4x - 1):
<u>Apply</u> the exponent rule: aa = a²
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