explain in your own words how to factor a polynomial of the the form ax^2 + bx+c when A is not equal to 1. Describe both the grouping approch as well as reversing FOIL. Contrast the two methods by means of an example. Which is the best approach and why

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explain in your own words how to factor a polynomial of the the form ax^2 + bx+c when A is not equal to 1. Describe both the grouping approch as well as reversing FOIL. Contrast the two methods by means of an example. Which is the best approach and why>

Ms. Sue · Answer

"explain in your own words " Where are YOUR words?

peggy · Answer

This is the question I am trying to answer

Ms. Sue · Answer

Do your best, post it here, and someone may be able to help you.

peggy · Answer

ax^2+bx+c= ax^2(bx+c) ax^2+bx+c= a(x^2+bx+c) I don't understand it, I don't even know if I am on the correct track