Factorize \(x^2 + 2a + ax + 2x\)
A
(x + 2a)(x + 1)
B
(x + 2a)(x - 1)
C
(x2 - 1)(x - a)
D
(x + 2)(x + a)
Verified Correct Answer: D.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
\(x^{2} + 2a + ax + 2x\)
\(x^{2} + 2a + ax + 2x\)
\(x(x + 2) + a(x + 2)\)
\((x + 2)(x + a)\)
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #32081)