Factor completely. If the polynomial cannot be factored, say it is prime.(x + 5)2 - 7(x + 5) + 12

A. (x + 8)(x + 9)
B. (x2 - 5x + 3)(x2 - 5x + 4)
C. (x + 2)(x + 1)
D. (x2 + 5x - 3)(x2 + 5x - 4)


Answer: C

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