Question

Complete the steps to factor 2x^2+6x+5x+15 by grouping

Answer 1

EDG 2021

Explanation:

Step 2: C. 2x

Step 3: B. 5

Step 4: C. x + 3

Step 5: A. (x + 3) (2x + 5)

Answer 2

(2x^2 +6x) + (5x +15)
GCF for the 1st group is 2x and the 2nd is 5
2x(x +3) + 5(x +3)

(2x +5) (x+3)