Q. Factorize the quadratic expression: f(x)=3x3−21x2−54x
Identify Common Factor: Identify the common factor in the terms of f(x).f(x)=3x3−21x2−54xCommon factor = 3x
Factor Out Common Factor: Factor out the common factor from each term.f(x)=3x(x2−7x−18)
Factorize Quadratic Expression: Factorize the quadratic expression inside the parentheses.x2−7x−18Factors of −18 that add up to −7 are −9 and +2.(x−9)(x+2)
Write Fully Factored Form: Write the fully factored form of f(x).f(x)=3x(x−9)(x+2)
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