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Factor the expression using the greatest common factor

15x + 6 =

User Krock
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Answer:

3(5x+2)

Explanation:

Given the expression

15x + 6 =

To factor we need to find the greatest common factor of 15 and 6

15 = 3×5

6 = 3×2

Substitute into the expression

15x+6

= 3(5)x + 2(3)

Factor out the like terms

= 3(5x+2)

Hence the required expression is 3(5x+2)

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