Question

can anyone solve: (a^2-a-2)*(a^2+2a+1) ???

Answer 1

(A+1)(A^3-3a-2)

Answer 2

It cant be factored any further utalizing real numbers.

Answer 3

so it can be factored with imaginary numbers?

Answer 4

I believe so. You can attempt but imaginary numbers arnt my strong suit sorry.

Answer 5

mine either thats cool

Answer 6

(a+1) (a-2) * (a+1) (a+1) = 0
(a+1)^3 (a-2) =0

(a+1)^3 = 0 and (a-2)= 0

so a = -1 and a = 2

Answer 7

hey thanks camila! i would give u guys both medals.. but mike was first