Question

completely factor the trinomial, if possible.

\\6x^2 + 13x - 5\\

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not factorable

Explanation:

Identify the coefficients

Using the Factoring Trinomials knowledge point

$$
LATEXBLOCK0
$$

Find factors for grouping

Using the Trinomial Factoring by Grouping knowledge point

$$
LATEXBLOCK1
$$

Rewrite and group terms

Using the Trinomial Factoring by Grouping knowledge point

$$
LATEXBLOCK2
$$

Factor out common terms

Using the Trinomial Factoring by Grouping knowledge point

$$
LATEXBLOCK3
$$

Answer:

\((3x - 1)(2x + 5)\)