SOLUTION: I have been working on this math problem and I got to working on it. Well, then I got stumped and I was wondering if someone could help me to see if my work is right and to help m

Question 140389This question is from textbook Algebra Structure and Method
: I have been working on this math problem and I got to working on it. Well, then I got stumped and I was wondering if someone could help me to see if my work is right and to help me out with the rest of the problem? I would deeply appreciate it!! Please and Thank you!!
Using Several Methods of Factoring
Factor completely
Original Problem
81a+18a^3+a^5
My work
81a+18a^3+a^5
a(81+18a^2+a^4) This question is from textbook Algebra Structure and Method

Answer by stanbon(75887) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Original Problem
81a+18a^3+a^5
Factor out the common factor:
a(a^4+18a^2+91)
Factor the trinomial:
a(a^2+9)^2
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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