Question

Use the grouping method to factor 2x3 + 6x2 - 7x- 21.

O A. (x - 3)(x + 7)
O B. (x+3)(2x2 - 7)
C. 2x(x + 3)(x - 7)
O D. (x - 3)(2x2 + 7)

Answer 1

B. (x+3)(2x2−7)

Explanation:

2x3 + 6x2 - 7x- 21

(2x3+6x2)(-7x-21)

2x2(x+3)-7(x+3)

(x+3)(2x2-7)