Algebra-1

Question Analysis
This question tests the ability to factor a multivariable polynomial with negative coefficients by grouping and extracting common factors.

Key Concept Explanation
Factoring polynomials with negative coefficients involves identifying and extracting the greatest common factor, including negative factors, and then grouping terms to simplify the expression.

Step-by-step Solution
1. Start with the polynomial:
2. Group the terms:
3. Extract the common factor from each group:
From the first group:
From the second group:

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