Factorize the expression 2s(^2) – 3st – 2t(^2).
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A.
(2s – t)(s + 2t) -
B.
(2s + t)(s – 2t) -
C.
(s + t)(2s – 1) -
D.
(2s + t)(s -t) -
E.
(2s + t)(s + 2t)
Correct Answer: Option B
Explanation
2s(^2) – 3st – 2t(^2)
= 2s(^2) – 4st + st – 2t(^2)
= 2s(s – 2t) + t(s – 2t)
= (2s + t)(s – 2t)