SOLUTION: x^2 - 9x + 14 how do I factor this?

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Question 859386: x^2 - 9x + 14
how do I factor this?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39613) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
BIG, BIG, BIG Hint:
2 and 7....

Which of these will work?
(x-2)(x-7), (x-2)(x+7), (x+2)(x+7), (x+2)(x-7) ?