Question

Which statements are true about the polynomial 4x3 – 6x2 + 8x – 12?

Check all that apply.
1.The terms 4x3 and 8x have a common factor.
2.The terms 4x3 and – 6x2 have a common factor.
3.The polynomial is prime. The factored polynomial is (2x2 – 3)(2x + 4).
4. The polynomial can be grouped in different ways to factor by grouping.

Answer 1

1. correct- factor: 4

2. correct- factor: 4

3. Incorrect- The polynomial is not prime, and the factored polynomial is 4(2x-3)

4. Incorrect