Question

Can someone show me how to do this 6x^3y+12x^2y^2?

Answer 1

6* x^3 * y + 12 x^2 y^2

Okay, factor out the largest common factor of the two terms.

6* x^3 * y + 12 x^2 y^2 = 6 x² y ( x + 2y)

Answer 2

Then, determine if (x + 2y) will factor.

Answer 3

Thank you!

Answer 4

You are welcome.