Factor the Expression Completely, If Possible

question 75

Multiple Choice

Factor the expression completely, if possible. Rewrite the expression in standard form and factor out "-1" if needed. If you believe the trinomial will not factor, answer "prime." 8a³ + 27

• A) (2a - 3)(4a + 9)
• B) (2a - 3)(4a + 6a + 9)
• C) (2a + 3)(4a - 6a + 9)
• D) (2a - 3)(4a - 6a + 9)

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Definitions:

Acid

Substance that releases hydrogen ions in water.

Base

Substance that accepts hydrogen ions in water.

Buffer

Set of chemicals that can keep the pH of a solution stable by alternately donating and accepting ions that contribute to pH.

Solute

A substance dissolved in another substance, typically the component of a solution present in the lesser amount.