What is the highest common factor (H.C.F.) of the polynomials 2x^2 + 4x and 4x^2 + 8x?

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A. 2x

B. 4x

C. 2x^2

D. 4x^2

E. None of the above

Answer: B. 4x

The H.C.F. of the polynomials 2x^2 + 4x and 4x^2 + 8x is 4x, as it is the highest degree polynomial that divides both without a remainder.

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