Question

Factor the polynomial by it’s greatest common monomial factor.
12k^3 - 30k^4

Answer 1

`6k^3(2-5k)`

Explanation:

Find the GCF, 6.

Factor out
`6k^3`:

`12k^3-30k^4\\6k^3(2-5k)`

Finito.

Answer 2

6k^3(2 - 5k)

Explanation:

12k^3 - 30k^4

Factor out 6k^3

6k^3(2 - 5k)