College Algebra (6th Edition)

Published by Pearson
ISBN 10: 0-32178-228-3
ISBN 13: 978-0-32178-228-1

Chapter P - Prerequisites: Fundamental Concepts of Algebra - Exercise Set P.5 - Page 75: 124

Answer

Let the polynomial with four terms = x y + 9 y + 8 x + 72 Factor of polynomial x y + 9 y + 8 x + 72 by grouping = (x+9)(y+8)

Work Step by Step

Let the polynomial with four terms = x y + 9 y + 8 x + 72 First identify the terms which you have to group, here we make groups of xy, 8x, 9y, 72 Then make groups and find the factors xy + 9y + 8x + 72 = x(y+8)+9(y+8) = (x+9)(y+8) Factor of polynomial xy + 9y + 8x + 72 = (x+9)(y+8)
Update this answer!

You can help us out by revising, improving and updating this answer.

Update this answer

After you claim an answer you’ll have 24 hours to send in a draft. An editor will review the submission and either publish your submission or provide feedback.