Which of the expressions is equivalent to the expression?
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Which of the expressions is equivalent to the expression?
To solve this problem, we'll focus on factorization by grouping:
Now, let's work through each step:
Step 1:
Observe that we can reorganize the expression to facilitate grouping:
.
Step 2:
Group into pairs: .
Within each pair, extract common factors:
, noticing that each group factors nicely.
Step 3:
Since both terms now have a common factor of , we can factor it out:
.
Therefore, the expression is equivalent to .
This matches choice 1: .
Break down the expression into basic terms:
\( 2x^2 \)
You can only combine like terms - terms with identical variable parts. Since , , and all have different variables, they cannot be added together!
Look for terms that share a common factor. In this problem, both have factor 7, while both have factor .
You might get a different intermediate step, but if done correctly, you should reach the same final answer. The key is ensuring each group has a genuine common factor.
Expand your answer! Use the distributive property: . If this matches the original expression, you're right!
It doesn't change the final answer, but strategic rearrangement makes common factors easier to spot. Putting together helps you see the factor of 7 immediately.
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