Answer:
x² - 6x + 4
Step-by-step explanation:
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Factor each term completely:
- 3x³ = (3)(x)(x)(x)
- -18x² = (-1)(2)(3)(3)(x)(x)
- 12x = (2)(2)(3)(x)
Common factors that are shown in all 3 terms are x and 3.
Divide each term by 3x:
- (3)(x)(x)(x) ÷ 3x = (x)(x) = x²
- (-1)(2)(3)(3)(x)(x) ÷ 3x = (-1)(2)(3)(x) = -6x
- (2)(2)(3)(x) ÷ 3x = (2)(2) = 4
Combine the terms: x² - 6x + 4
