SOLUTION: Factor completely: x^2 - 6wy + 3xy - 2wx I know I have to factor by grouping, but I can't get it. This is what I have: x(3y - 2w) - 6(wy)

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Question 32351: Factor completely: x^2 - 6wy + 3xy - 2wx
I know I have to factor by grouping, but I can't get it. This is what I have:
x(3y - 2w) - 6(wy)
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Rewrite as x^2-2wx+3xy-6wy
Then factor as:
x(x-2w)+3y(x-2w)
=(x-2w)(x+3y)
Cheers,
Stan H.