Question

2x^3 + 10x^2 − 4x^2y − 20xy

Factor the entire expression completely. Show the steps of your work.

Answer 1

2x ( x + 5 ) ( x − 2 y )

Explanation:

1) factor out 2x from the equation

2) factor out x from the equation

3) factor out -2y from the equation

4) factor out x + 5 from the equation

2x ( x + 5 ) ( x − 2 y )