4(2x^2 + 3x + 12)
We can factor a 4 out of this expression.
4(2x^2 + 3x + 12)
Now that the expression is simplified, we can see if splitting the middle term is possible.
Display factors of 24.
1 * 24
-1 * - 24
2 * 12
-2 * -12
3 * 8
-3 * - 8
4 * 6
-4 * -6
All factors of 24 have been listed, and none of these digits satisfy the criteria.
Trinomial cannot be further factored.