Provide an appropriate response.Use the FOIL method to show that (5x + 10)(x - 6) is 5x2 - 20x - 60. If you were asked to completely factor 5x2 - 20x - 60, why would it be incorrect to give (5x + 10)(x - 6) as your answer?

What will be an ideal response?


The factor of 5 should be factored out.

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A.
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