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0580/12 May/Jun 2024, Question 14: Simple Factorising

Cambridge IGCSE Mathematics 0580 · Paper 12 (Core) · Calculator · 2 marks

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The question, in short

Factorise the expression 20x − 90x² completely.

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Solution · 2 marks

  1. 1Highest common factor of 20x and 90x² is 10x
  2. 220x − 90x² = 10x(2 − 9x)

Answer10x(2 − 9x)

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