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factor x^4+3x^2-40

Solution

factor

x^{4} + 3 x^{2} - 40

Solution

(x^{2} - 5) (x^{2} + 8)

Solution steps

x^{4} + 3 x^{2} - 40

Let

u = x^{2}

= u^{2} + 3 u - 40

Factor

u^{2} + 3 u - 40 : (u - 5) (u + 8)

= (u - 5) (u + 8)

Substitute back

u = x^{2}

= (x^{2} - 5) (x^{2} + 8)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is factor x^4+3x^2-40 ?
The solution to factor x^4+3x^2-40 is (x^2-5)(x^2+8)