Algebramedium · Past Paper
Factorize 2x^2 + 5x + 3.
A(2x+3)(x+1)
B(2x+1)(x+3)
C(2x-3)(x-1)
D(x+2.5)^2
✓ Correct Answer: A — (2x+3)(x+1)
Split the middle term: 2x^2 + 2x + 3x + 3 = 2x(x+1) + 3(x+1) = (2x+3)(x+1).
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✓ Correct Answer: A — (2x+3)(x+1)
Split the middle term: 2x^2 + 2x + 3x + 3 = 2x(x+1) + 3(x+1) = (2x+3)(x+1).
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