Question

Which expression is equivalent to 8x2y5 + 6x3y?

Answer 1

`To find an expression that is equivalent to \(8x^2y^5 + 6x^3y\), you can factor out the greatest common factor shared by both terms.`

`The greatest common factor (GCF) of the terms \(8x^2y^5\) and \(6x^3y\) is \(2x^2y\).`

`So, factoring out \(2x^2y\) from both terms, you get`:

`\[8x^2y^5 + 6x^3y = 2x^2y(4y^4 + 3x)\]`

`Therefore, the expression equivalent to \(8x^2y^5 + 6x^3y\) is \(2x^2y(4y^4 + 3x)\).`

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