Answer:
Step-by-step explanation:
So we have the expression:
And we wish to factor it.
First, let's make a substitution. Let's let u be equal to x². Therefore, our expression is now:
This is a technique called quadratic u-substitution. Now, we can factor in this form.
We can use the numbers -3 and -2. So:
For the first two terms, factor out a u.
For the last two terms, factor out a -3. So:
Grouping:
Now, substitute back the x² for u:
And this is the simplest form.
And we're done!
Answer:
e
Step-by-step explanation:
ddd
Let e=erasers and p=pencils. So we know the total amount of erasers plus pencils sold is equal to 220. Therefore,
We also know the cost of erasers and pencils totaled to $695 in earnings and so:
and so those are your two equations.
Answer:
D) bx - a
Step-by-step explanation:
If a/b is a zero, then (x -a/b) is a factor of the polynomial. That is, the value x=a/b will make a factor of the polynomial be zero.
The above factor can be written without fractions by multiplying it by b:
(bx -a) . . . . matches choice D
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You can also choose the answer on the basis of which expression becomes zero when x=a/b.
