Questions: Factor any perfect square trinomials.
36 x^2 -12 x + 1
Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.
A. 36 x^2 -12 x +1=
B. The polynomial is prime.
Transcript text: Factor any perfect square trinomials.
\[
36 x^{2}-12 x+1
\]
Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.
A. $36 x^{2}-12 x+1=$ $\square$
B. The polynomial is prime.
Solution
Solution Steps
Step 1: Identify the polynomial as a perfect square trinomial
Given the polynomial 36x2−12x+1, since b2=4ac, it is a perfect square trinomial.