Answer:
B
Step-by-step explanation:
Given
x² - 14x + 40
Consider the factors of the constant term (+ 40) which sum to give the coefficient of the x- term (- 14)
The factors are - 10 and - 4, since
- 10 × - 4 = + 40 and - 10 - 4 = - 14, thus
x² - 14x + 40 = (x - 10)(x - 4) → B
