Question

How do I factor the polynomial 26xy-39y-16x+24 completely

Answer 1

rewrite it so its 26xy-16x-39y+24 then i think it'll be easier to see

Answer 2

then make an imaginary line in the middle

Answer 3

Okay make the line where

Answer 4

inbetween the 16x and the 39

Answer 5

y

Answer 6

so would it be 10xy+63y?

Answer 7

then you simplify so its going to look like 2x(13y-8)+3(-13y+8)

Answer 8

okay then do I add that?