SOLUTION: Solve the equation by factoring. x2 + x = 72 x = (smaller value) x = (larger value)

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Question 483741: Solve the equation by factoring.
x2 + x = 72


x =
(smaller value)


x =
(larger value)

Answer by Alan3354(69443)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Hint: 8*9 = 72
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PS We don't need all that space, or the x= either.

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