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What number fills in the blank to complete the factorization of 3x + 24?


(x + 8)

User John Davis
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Answer:

Explanation:

3x + 24 = (3)(x) + (3)(8)

You can see that there is multiplier 3 near x and 8. You can factor it and make

3x + 24 = 3(x + 8)

So, the answer is 3. Hope this helps!

User Parth Bhatt
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3x + 24 = (3)(x) + (3)(8)
You can see that there is multiplier 3 near x and 8. You can factor it and make
3x + 24 = 3(x + 8)
So, the answer is 3. Hope this helps!
User Lordstyx
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