If Possible, Factor the Polynomial Completely $$16 x ^ { 2 } - 24 x + 9$$

question 122

Multiple Choice

If possible, factor the polynomial completely. If a polynomial cannot be factored, state that it is prime.
- $$16 x ^ { 2 } - 24 x + 9$$

• A) \(( 4 x + 3 ) ^ { 2 }\)
• B) \(( 16 x + 1 ) ( x + 9 )\)
• C) \(( 4 x - 3 ) ^ { 2 }\)
• D) \(( 4 x - 3 ) ( 4 x + 3 )\)

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Operating Leverage

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