Question

factor the expression completely.
$3x - 8x^2$

Explanation:

Step1: Identify common factor

The terms $3x$ and $-8x^2$ share $x$ as a common factor.

Step2: Factor out the common term

Extract $x$ from each term to rewrite the expression.
$x(3 - 8x)$

Answer:

$x(3 - 8x)$