factored completely, the expression x²-48x+80 is equivalent to ¹-16)(3x-5) ²+16)(3x - 5)(3x+5) +4)(x-4)(3x - 5)

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**Question 4: Polynomial Factoring**

When factored completely, the expression \(3x^3 - 5x^2 - 48x + 80\) is equivalent to:

1. \((x^2 - 16)(3x - 5)\)
2. \((x^2 + 16)(3x - 5)(3x + 5)\)
3. \((x + 4)(x - 4)(3x - 5)\)
4. \((x + 4)(x - 4)(3x - 5)(3x - 5)\)

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This question asks you to factor the given polynomial completely and identify which option correctly represents it in its factored form. Factoring involves expressing the polynomial as a product of its simplest components, which are called factors.
Transcribed Image Text:**Question 4: Polynomial Factoring** When factored completely, the expression \(3x^3 - 5x^2 - 48x + 80\) is equivalent to: 1. \((x^2 - 16)(3x - 5)\) 2. \((x^2 + 16)(3x - 5)(3x + 5)\) 3. \((x + 4)(x - 4)(3x - 5)\) 4. \((x + 4)(x - 4)(3x - 5)(3x - 5)\) --- This question asks you to factor the given polynomial completely and identify which option correctly represents it in its factored form. Factoring involves expressing the polynomial as a product of its simplest components, which are called factors.
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