Question

Which statement is true of x2 + 8x – 6?

(x – 2) is a factor of the polynomial.
(x + 2) is a factor of the polynomial.
(x – 4) is a factor of the polynomial.
The polynomial is prime.

Answer 1

Answer:The polynomial is prime.

Explanation:

Answer 2

The polynomial is prime.

Explanation:

There are no factors of -6 that add to give +8. The polynomial cannot be factored using integers. It is prime.