Use the Process of Factoring by Grouping to Factor the Polynomial

question 271

Multiple Choice

Use the process of factoring by grouping to factor the polynomial. $p ^ { 2 } - 7 p - 3 p + 21$

• A) \(( p - 3 ) ( p - 7 )\)
• B) \(( p + 3 ) ( p - 21 )\)
• C) \(( p - 3 ) ( p + 7 )\)

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Definitions:

Plasticity

The capacity of living organisms, including the brain, to adapt or change in response to experiences or environment.

Dendrites

Branch-like extensions of neurons that receive signals from other neurons for communication within the brain.

Glial Cells

Specialized cells in the nervous system that support, nourish, and protect neurons.

Branching Extensions

Structures, such as dendrites in neurons, that extend from the main body of the cell to increase its ability to form connections with other cells.