Question

what is the completely factored form of the quadratic expression $3x^2 - 30x - 72$? drag each term to the correct location on the expression. each term can be used more than once, but not all terms will be used. terms: 3, 3x, $x^2$, 6, 4, 12, 1, x. expression: $(x - \square)(\square + 2)$

Explanation:

Step1: Factor out GCF

$3(x^2 - 10x - 24)$

Step2: Factor quadratic

Find two numbers: product=-24, sum=-10 → -12 and 2
$3(x - 12)(x + 2)$

Answer:

$3(x - 12)(x + 2)$