Algebra-1

To factor the polynomial x³ + 8x² - 3x - 24, we can use various factoring methods to simplify the expression. In this case, we'll use the grouping method:

Step 1: Group the terms: (x³ + 8x²) + (-3x - 24)

Step 2: Factor out the common factor from each group:
In the first group, we can factor out x²: x²(x + 8).
In the second group, we can factor out -3: ...