QuestionFactor . If the expression cannot be factored, write cannot be fac
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STEP 1
1. We are asked to factor the expression .
2. The expression is a linear polynomial.
3. Factoring involves finding common factors or using special factorization techniques.
STEP 2
1. Identify any common factors in the terms of the expression.
2. Determine if the expression can be factored further.
STEP 3
Examine the terms and to identify any common factors.
The coefficients are and . Check for any greatest common divisor (GCD) other than 1.
The GCD of and is , meaning there are no common factors other than 1.
STEP 4
Since there are no common factors, check if the expression fits any special factorization formulas or techniques.
The expression is a linear polynomial and does not fit any special factorization formulas like difference of squares, perfect square trinomials, or sum/difference of cubes.
Therefore, the expression cannot be factored further.
The expression cannot be factored.
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