Identify Common Factor: Identify the common factor in both terms.Both terms have (x2+3) as a common factor.
Factor Out Common Factor: Factor out the common factor (x2+3). The expression becomes (x2+3)(25x2−9).
Look for Further Factoring: Look for further factoring possibilities. The second term 25x2−9 is a difference of squares, which can be factored further.
Factor Difference of Squares: Factor the difference of squares.The difference of squares 25x2−9 can be factored into (5x+3)(5x−3).
Write Completely Factored Expression: Write the completely factored expression.The completely factored expression is (x2+3)(5x+3)(5x−3).
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