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Factoring Polynomials: Double Grouping

Question 5 • ****Summer 2026 Common Core Algebra I - MA3109 B-IC MEF22QXV

Six equilateral triangles are connected to create a regular hexagon. The area of the hexagon is 24a2 – 18 square units. Which is an equivalent expression for the area of the hexagon based on the area of a triangle?

Answer
A
6(4a2 – 3)
B
6(8a2 – 9)
C
6a(12a – 9)
D
6a(18a – 12)