SOLUTION: I am very confused can someone help me with ths quadratic problem: x^2+x-6 Thanks alot

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Question 106167: I am very confused can someone help me with ths quadratic problem:
x^2+x-6
Thanks alot
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x^2+x-6
(x+3)(x-2) is the answer if you are only factoring.
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If you have an equation you proceed as follows:
x^2+x-6=0
(x+3)(x-2)=0
x = -3 or x=2
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Cheers,
Stan H.