Factorize x\(^2\) + 4x - 192
A
(x-4) (x+48)
B
(x-48) (x+4)
C
(x-12) (x+16)
D
(x-12) (x-16)
E
(x+12) (x+16)
Verified Correct Answer: C.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
x\(^2\) + 4x - 192
x\(^2\) + 16x - 12x - 192
x(x + 16) - 12(x + 16)
(x + 16)(x - 12)
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #22652)