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Describe the steps you would use to factor 2x3 + 5x2 – 8x – 20 completely. Then state the factored form.
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2x3 + 5x2 – 8x – 20 completely. Then state the factored form.

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Since both terms are perfect squares, factor using the difference of square formula, a2 - b2 = (a+b) (a-b) where a = x and b = 2
(2x + 5) (x + 2) (x + 2)
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