SOLUTION: Factor: 6x2nd power + x -2

Question 142883: Factor:
6x2nd power + x -2
Answer by Earlsdon(6294) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Factor:

Try this: Multiply the coefficient of x^2 (6) by the constant term (-2) to get -12.
Now what are the factors of -12 that add up to coefficient of x (1)?
How about (4)*(-3) = -12 and (4)+(-3) = 1.
Next, rewrite the equation as:
Factor this by grouping.
Factor.
Factor out the (3x+2)
and there you have it!
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