Factorize the following expression; 2x2 + x – 15
- (2x+5)(x-3)
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(2x-5)(x+3)
- (2x-5)(x-3)
- (2x-3)(x+5)
- (2x+5)(x+3)
The correct answer is: B
Explanation
2x 2 + x - 15; 2x 2 + 6x - 5x - 15(2x 2 + 6x) - ( 5x + 15)
2x(x + 3) - 5(x + 3)
(2x - 5)(x + 3)