Factor as completely as possible. If unfactorable, indicate that the polynomial is prime.x4 + 15x2 - 16

A. (x2 - 1)(x2 + 16)
B. (x + 1)(x - 1)(x2 + 16)
C. (x - 1)2(x2 + 16)
D. (x + 1)(x - 1)(x + 4)(x - 4)


Answer: B

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