Factor the Expression, If Possible $$5 - x ^ { 2 } - 4 x$$

question 4

Multiple Choice

Factor the expression, if possible. Factor out any GCF first (including -1 if the leading coefficient is negative) . $$5 - x ^ { 2 } - 4 x$$

• A) \(( x + 6 ) ( x + 1 )\)
• B) \(- ( x + 5 ) ( x - 1 )\)
• C) \(- ( x + 2 ) ( x + 1 )\)
• D) \(( x + 3 ) ( x - 1 )\)
• E) \(- ( x - 4 ) ( x + 1 )\)

Understand the process of multiplying expressions with their conjugates and the impact on simplification.

Master the technique of simplifying expressions involving square roots and cube roots.

Develop the ability to apply properties of radicals to solve and simplify mathematical expressions.

Gain proficiency in rationalizing the denominator of fractions involving square roots.

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