SOLUTION: How do I factor {{{x^2+7x+6}}}?

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Question 395058: How do I factor x%5E2%2B7x%2B6?
Answer by EricL(29) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Problem: X%5E2%2B7x%2B6
You have to notice that this problem is in the x%5E2%2Bbx%2Bc form.
To factor, you must find two numbers that multiply to c and adds up to b.

Factors of 6
6 and 1
-6 and -1
6%2A1=6
6%2B1=7
These two factors are 6 and 1.
%28x%2B6%29%28x%2B1%29
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-Eric L :)