SOLUTION: Using the factoring method, solve for the roots of each quadratic equation. Be sure to place the equation in standard form before factoring. check yuor answer... Can you help me

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Question 141495This question is from textbook Beginning Algebra
: Using the factoring method, solve for the roots of each quadratic equation. Be sure to place the equation in standard form before factoring. check yuor answer...
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x^2-x-20=0 This question is from textbook Beginning Algebra

Answer by scott8148(6628) About Me  (Show Source):
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factors of -20 that sum to -1 ... like -5 and 4

(x-5)(x+4)=0

x-5=0 __ x=5

x+4=0 __ x=-4