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Factor completely. 5x2 - 45

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Answer:

5(x-3)(x+3)

Explanation:

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Answer:

5(x + 3)(x - 3)

Explanation:

Both terms in this expression have 5 in common---they both have a factor of 5. Therefore you can factor out a 5 like this:

5(x^2 - 9)

This can be even further factored. Find what two numbers multiply to -9 but add to 0. -3 and 3 are numbers that work. You can make x^2 - 9 become(x + 3) and (x - 3).

5(x + 3)(x - 3) is the final answer simplified completely.

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