SOLUTION: Factor the equation X*2=x+20

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Question 851197: Factor the equation X*2=x+20
Answer by ewatrrr(24785) About Me  (Show Source):
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Hi,

x^2 - x - 20 = (x+4)(x-5)

check with FOIL

F	First terms

O	Outside terms

I	Inside terms

L	Last terms