WAEC Mathematics 2010 Question 2

Question 2

Algebraic Expressions

Factorise: x + y − ax − ay

  1. A.(x − y)(1 − a)
  2. B.(x + y)(1 + a)
  3. C.(x + y)(1 − a)
  4. D.(x − y)(1 + a)
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C ((x + y)(1 − a))

Explanation

x(1 − a) + y(1 − a) = (x + y)(1 − a).