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Which expression is factored form? x^2+14x+48 a) (x-8)(x-6) b) (x+6)(x-8) c) (x+8)(x-6) d) (x+6)(x+8)

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Ahiker stands at an unknown elevation before he ascends 2 miles up a mountain to an elevation of 9 miles. find the elevation of the hiker before his ascent.