factor polynomial by factoring out common factors and then factor by grouping. do not combine like terms.
3a^3+3ab^2+2a^2b+2b^3
2007-11-21 03:12:30 · 4 answers · asked by lele 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Homework Help
3a^3 + 3ab^2 + 2a^2b + 2b^3
3a(a^2 + b^2) + 2b(a^2 + b^2)
(3a + 2b)(a^2 + b^2)
2007-11-21 03:36:04 · answer #1 · answered by Steve A 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
a(3a^3 + 3ab^2 + 2a^2 + 2b^3)
3a^2 + 3b^2 + 2a + 2b^3
and im not sure where to go from there....i havent done this since last year.
2007-11-21 11:21:13 · answer #2 · answered by kjirsten e 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
You may want to try visiting www.gobakersfield.net and click on GoEducation, you'll find some great help links that will solve your Math problems step by step with explanation. I've been very much help by using the Algebrator.
Hope this helps!
2007-11-21 18:03:53 · answer #3 · answered by John R 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I suspect your statement is in error!
2007-11-21 11:17:59 · answer #4 · answered by master_carmichael 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋