SOLUTION: Whatis a factor of: 6x^2-2x-4

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Question 855829: Whatis a factor of:
6x^2-2x-4
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

6x^2-2x-4

2(3x^2-x-2)

2(3x + 2)(x - 1)

Use FOIL to verify factors

F	First terms

O	Outside terms  -3x

I	Inside terms    2x

L	Last terms