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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Factor: 5x2 + 4x - 1 a: (5x - 1)(5x + 1) b: (5x - 1)(x + 1) c: (5x + 4)(x - 1) d: prime

OpenStudy (jhannybean):

First simply this complex quadratic into a simple quadratic by multiplying the leading coefficient `5` by `1` What do you get?

OpenStudy (jhannybean):

The simplified quadratic will be easier to factor.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

its B right?

OpenStudy (jhannybean):

Idk, I didn't solve it, that's your job :P

OpenStudy (anonymous):

ok i was just double checking

OpenStudy (jhannybean):

What is the quadratic function you end up with once you multiply the 5 to the 1?

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