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How do I factor this?

How do I factor this?-example-1
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Answer:

3y(4y - 1)²

General Formulas and Concepts:

Alg I

  • Factoring

Explanation:

Step 1: Define expression

48y³ - 24y² + 3y

Step 2: Simplify

  1. Factor GCF: 3(16y³ - 6y² + 3y)
  2. Factor GCF: 3y(16y² - 6y + 3)
  3. Factor trinomial: 3y(4y - 1)(4y - 1)
  4. Rewrite: 3y(4y - 1)²
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