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Factorize \( x^2 − 2x − 15 \)

Factorize \( x^2 − 2x − 15 \)
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  • A (x + 3)2
  • B (x + 5)(x − 3)
  • C (x − 5)2
  • D (x − 5)(x + 3)
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation:
x2 − 2x − 15
(x2 − 5x) + (3x − 15)
x(x − 5)+ 3(x − 5)
(x − 5)(x + 3)

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