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factor x^4-4x^2-12

Solution

factor

x^{4} - 4 x^{2} - 12

Solution

(x^{2} + 2) (x^{2} - 6)

Solution steps

x^{4} - 4 x^{2} - 12

Let

u = x^{2}

= u^{2} - 4 u - 12

Factor

u^{2} - 4 u - 12 : (u + 2) (u - 6)

= (u + 2) (u - 6)

Substitute back

u = x^{2}

= (x^{2} + 2) (x^{2} - 6)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is factor x^4-4x^2-12 ?
The solution to factor x^4-4x^2-12 is (x^2+2)(x^2-6)