SOLUTION: Factor completely. Remember to look first for a common factor. If a polynomial is prime, state this. x^8 − 8x^7 + 16x^6

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Question 560215: Factor completely. Remember to look first for a common factor. If a polynomial is prime, state this.
x^8 − 8x^7 + 16x^6
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x^8 − 8x^7 + 16x^6
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GCF: x^6
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Factor:
= x^6(x^2 - 8x + 16)
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= x^6(x-4)(x-4)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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