Solve for x. plS help

Find the missing factor. 7s2 + 25s + 12 = (s + 3)( ).

Apositive number a or the same number a increased by 50% and then decreased by 50% of the result?

Boris needs to buy plastic spoons. brand a has a box 42 spoons for $2.37. brand b has a box of 72 spoons for $3.57. find the unit price for each brand. then state which brand is the better buy based on the unit price. round your answer to the nearest cent.