SOLUTION: Solve the equation by completing the square: x^2 - 2x - 24 = 0

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Question 428935: Solve the equation by completing the square:
x^2 - 2x - 24 = 0

Answer by shree840(260)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x^2-2x-24 we need to find the factor of 24 and negative one need s to be higher
x^2-6x+4x-24=0
x(x-6)+4(x-6)=0
(x+4)x-6)=0
either x=4=0 or x=-4
x-6=0 or x=6 ANS

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