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Which shows one way to determine the factors of 4x3 + x2 – 8x – 2 by grouping?

Consider this expression and the steps to evaluate it. 4^5(−2)^9/4^8(−2)^3 1. apply the quotient of powers:      (−2)^a/4^b 2. evaluate powers:           c/d select the value of each variable. a = _ b = _ c = _ d = _

Edith is shopping for a new leather couch. jordan’s furniture has one that costs $3,000. however, this weekend she can get a 15% discount. how much money will edith save if she buys the couch this weekend? a $15b $2,550c $45,000d $450