Write $6x^2 + x - 1$ in factored form and select the correct answer. $(3x - 1)(2x - 1)$ $(3x - 1)(2x + 1)$ $(3x + 1)(2x - 1)$ $(3x + 1)(2x + 1)$
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Step 1: To factor the expression 6x^2 + x - 1, we need to find two numbers that multiply to 6*(-1) = -6 and add up to 1. Show more…
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