Question

Factorizing Quadratics 6x^2 – 42x + 72

Answer 1

6(x - 3)(x - 4)

Explanation:

Let's make this easier by taking a factor of 6 out of the quadratic:

6(x^2 - 7x + 12)

Now, which two numbers multiply to 12 and sum to -7?

-3 and -4.

6(x - 3)(x - 4) is therefore the answer.