Question

completely factor the polynomial, if possible.

\\9x^2 + 30x + 25\\

Explanation:

Identify the trinomial structure

Using the Factoring Trinomials knowledge point

$$ 9x^2 + 30x + 25 $$

Check for perfect squares

Using the Square of a Binomial Sum knowledge point

$$
LATEXBLOCK0
$$

Write the factored form

Using the Square of a Binomial Sum knowledge point

$$ (3x + 5)^2 $$

Answer:

\((3x + 5)^2\)