Question

Algebra 7.5 factor the polynomial

x^2+5x+4

Answer 1

( x + 4 ) ( x + 1 )

Explanation:

x² + 5x + 4

= x² + 1x + 4x + 4

= x ( x + 1 ) + 4 ( x + 1 )

= ( x + 4 ) ( x + 1 )

Hence, factorised.