QuestionFactor. $$s^{2}-36$$
Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice. A. $s^{2}-36=$ $\square$ (Factor completely.) B. The polynomial is prime.

Studdy Solution
Apply the difference of squares formula, which states that $a^2 - b^2 = (a - b)(a + b)$.
$$s^2 - 6^2 = (s - 6)(s + 6)$$
The expression is factored completely as:
$$\boxed{(s - 6)(s + 6)}$$
Thus, the correct choice is:
A. $s^2 - 36 = (s - 6)(s + 6)$