SOLUTION: I am trying to factor the combination x^3-3x^2-x+3

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Question 271089: I am trying to factor the combination
x^3-3x^2-x+3
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
The 3 is a clue, its only factors are 1 and 3 (plus or minus).
See if 3 or -3 is a root.