Factorize 6×2 – 14x – 12
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A.
2(x + 3)(3x – 2) -
B.
6(x – 2)(x + 1) -
C.
2(x – 3)(3x + 2) -
D.
6(x + 2)(x – 1) -
E.
(3x – 4)(2x + 3)
Correct Answer: Option C
Explanation
6×2 – 14x – 12 = 6×2 – 18x + 4x – 12
(3x + 2)(2x – 6)
= 3x(2x – 6) + 2(2x – 6)
= (3x + 2) 2(x – 3)