Question

F(x)=x^5-5x^3+4x
How do i factor?

Answer 1

x(x+2)(x-2)(x+1)(x-1)

Explanation:

Since both terms are perfect squares, factor using the difference of squares formula,]a^{2} - b^{2} = (a+b)(a-b), where a = x and b = 2.