Factor Completely $\left( x ^ { 2 } + 2 \right) \left( x ^ { 4 } - 2 x ^ { 2 } + 4 \right)$

question 20

Multiple Choice

Factor completely. If the polynomial cannot be factored, write ʺprime.ʺ
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• A) \(\left( x ^ { 2 } + 2 \right) \left( x ^ { 4 } - 2 x ^ { 2 } + 4 \right)\)
• B) \(( x - 2 ) \left( x ^ { 5 } + 2 x + 4 \right)\)
• C) \(\left( x ^ { 2 } - 2 \right) \left( x ^ { 2 } + 2 x + 4 \right)\)
• D) \(\left( x ^ { 2 } - 2 \right) \left( x ^ { 4 } + 2 x ^ { 2 } + 4 \right)\)

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Definitions:

Anaphase-Promoting Complex

A multiprotein complex that regulates the progression of the cell cycle by triggering the transition from metaphase to anaphase in mitosis and meiosis.

Homologous Chromosomes

Chromosomes that are similar in morphology and genetic constitution. In humans there are 23 pairs of homologous chromosomes; one member of each pair is inherited from the mother, and the other from the father.

Synapsis

The process of physical association of homologous chromosomes during prophase I of meiosis.

Anaphase I

A stage of meiosis where homologous chromosomes are separated and move to opposite poles of the cell.