Question

Use the grouping method to factor x^3+x^2+2x+2

Answer 1

(x + 1)(x^2 + 2)

Explanation:

Answer 2

Factor out common terms in the first two terms, then in the last two terms

x^2(x + 1) + 2(x + 1)

Factor out the common term x + 1

= (x + 1)(x^2 + 2)