Factorize the expression x(a - c) + y(c - a)
A
(a - c)(y - x)
B
(a + c)(x + y)
C
(a + c)(x - y)
D
(a - c)(x - y)
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
x(a - c) + y(c - a) ==> -x(c - a) + y(c - a)
= (y - x)(c - a)
= -(a - c)(y - x)
= (a - c)(x - y)
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #75814)