Factor if possible. If not write P for Prime.

y^2+169

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Kasen

Mathematics

11 October, 09:09

Factor if possible. If not write P for Prime.

y^2+169

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Jakob Chase · Answer 1

Expressions that include variables are not normally spoken of as "prime" or composite. Numbers are.

The expression [ y² + 169 ] can't be algebraically factored. It's especially

NOT [ y + 13 ]. But whether or not it's prime depends on the value of 'y'.

Factor if possible. If not write P for Prime.y^2+169

Factor if possible. If not write P for Prime.

y^2+169