Question

Factor using the GCF and Distributive Property. 12x - 40

4(3x - 10)

2(6x - 20)

3(4x + 10)

4(3x + 10)

Answer 1

4(3x - 10)

Explanation:

Both terms of the original are divisible by 4. Once we factor it out, divide the original terms by 4 to find what to put in the parentheses.

12x ÷4 = 3x

-40 ÷4 = -10 Put 3x -10 in parentheses

4(3x – 10)