Factor a Negative Real Number Out of the Polynomial 12-X

question 117

Multiple Choice

Factor a negative real number out of the polynomial 12-x and then write the polynomial factor in standard form.

• A) x+12
• B) -(x-12)
• C) -(12-x)
• D) x-12
• E) -(x+12)

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