Question

1. factor out the gcf: $5x - 25$.$5(x - 25)$$5(5x - 5)$$5(x - 5)$$25(5x - 25)$

Explanation:

Step1: Identify the GCF

The terms are $5x$ and $25$. The greatest common factor of $5$ and $25$ is $5$.

Step2: Factor out the GCF

Divide each term by $5$: $\frac{5x}{5} = x$, $\frac{25}{5} = 5$. Rewrite the expression as $5(x - 5)$.

Step3: Verify options

Match the result to the given choices.

Answer:

5(x - 5)