Question

For 18-20, factor each of the following and show work.

18. 5x^4 - 25x

19. 4x^2 - 9

20. x^2+8x+12

Answer 1

Step-by-step explanation:

20. x^2+8x+12

x^2 + 6x +2x + 12

X(X+6) + 2(X+6)

(X+2) (X+6)

18. 5x^4 - 25x

5x(x^3-5)

19. 4x^2 - 9

4x^2/4 -9/4 = 0/4

x^2 = 9/4

X=√9/4