completely factor the expression by grouping, if possible.

\a^2 - at - 6a + 6t\

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completely factor the expression by grouping, if possible.

\a^2 - at - 6a + 6t\

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Explanation:

Group the terms

Factor out the GCF from each group

Factor out the common binomial

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