SOLUTION: Why do you factor a quadratic equation before you solve?

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Question 222595: Why do you factor a quadratic equation before you solve?

Answer by Alan3354(69443)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
It isn't always done, there are other methods.
If factoring is used, why would you factor after you've solved it?

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