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factor x^4-6x^2-16

Solution

factor

x^{4} - 6 x^{2} - 16

Solution

(x^{2} + 2) (x^{2} - 8)

Solution steps

x^{4} - 6 x^{2} - 16

Let

u = x^{2}

= u^{2} - 6 u - 16

Factor

u^{2} - 6 u - 16 : (u + 2) (u - 8)

= (u + 2) (u - 8)

Substitute back

u = x^{2}

= (x^{2} + 2) (x^{2} - 8)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is factor x^4-6x^2-16 ?
The solution to factor x^4-6x^2-16 is (x^2+2)(x^2-8)