SOLUTION: How to factor {{{x^2+10x-24}}} completely? So far I already have {{{(x+12) * (x-2)}}}, but I don't know if it's COMPLETELY factored. Thanks!

Question 442946: How to factor completely?
So far I already have , but I don't know if it's COMPLETELY factored.
Thanks!
Answer by swincher4391(1107) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
It is completely factored. You can't break down linear terms. If you want to check if it truly multiplies out, you can use FOIL.
FOIL stands for First, Outer, Inner Last.
First:

Outer:

Inner:

Last:

SIMPLIFY

So you know it works.

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