Question

The greatest common factor of each term in the expression 60ab- 72b is 12b. Which choice shows the expression written as a product?

A. 12b(5ab - 6b)
B. 12b(5a - 6)
C. 12b(48a - 60)
D. 12b(48ab - 60b)

Answer 1

B: 12b(5a - 6)

Step-by-step explanation

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Answer 2

12b(5a-6)

Explanation:

60ab-72b and 12b has a common factor. Hence, divide 12b into 60ab and -72b. Which you get 12b(5a-6)