Factor the polynomial f(x). Then solve the equation f(x) = 0.f(x) = x3 + 4x2 - 9x - 36

A. (x + 3)(x - 3)(x + 4) ; -3, 3, -4
B. (x - 3)(x + 3)(x - 4) ; -3, 3, -4
C. (x - 3)(x + 3)(x - 4) ; 3, -3, 4
D. (x + 3)(x + 3)(x - 5) ; 3, -3, 5


Answer: A

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