Provide an appropriate response.Use the FOIL method to show that (5x + 10)(x - 10) is 5x2 - 40x - 100. If you were asked to completely factor 5x2 - 40x - 100, why would it be incorrect to give (5x + 10)(x - 10) as your answer?

What will be an ideal response?


The factor of 5 should be factored out.

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