Question

Use the grouping method to factor this polynomial.

Answer 1

C

Explanation:

Given

x³ + 3x² + 3x + 9 ( factor first/second and third/fourth terms )

= x²(x + 3) + 3(x + 3) ← factor out (x + 3) from each term

= (x² + 3)(x + 3) → C