Factor by Grouping $$x ^ { 3 } - 2 x ^ { 2 } + 9 x - 18$$

question 280

Multiple Choice

Factor by grouping.
- $$x ^ { 3 } - 2 x ^ { 2 } + 9 x - 18$$

• A) \(\left( x ^ { 2 } + 9 \right) ( x - 2 )\)
• B) \(x \left( x ^ { 2 } - 2 x + 9 \right) - 18\)
• C) \(( x + 9 ) \left( x ^ { 2 } - 2 x \right) ( x - 2 )\)
• D) \(\left( x ^ { 2 } - 2 x \right) + 9 ( x - 2 )\)

Comprehend the implications of changes in credit terms on the accounts payable period and cash cycle.

Recognize the various uses of cash in a company.

Understand how to manage cash flow problems in the short term.

Understand the characteristics and differences between various sources of finance such as debt capital, equity capital, commercial paper, and venture capital.

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