Create a factorable polynomial with a GCF of 3x. Rewrite that polynomial in two other equivalent forms. Explain how each form was created.

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Rory Lynch

Mathematics

5 May, 05:47

Create a factorable polynomial with a GCF of 3x. Rewrite that polynomial in two other equivalent forms. Explain how each form was created.

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Kaliyah Kaufman · Answer 1

3x^3+12x^2+3x

The GCF would be 3x, you can factor out a 3x

3x (x^2+4x+3)

You can further factor the problem ...

3x (x+3) (x+1)

Another equivalent form can be made if you simply distribute 3x into x+3

(3x^2+9x) (x+1)