SOLUTION: I need help showing the steps to solve this equation -x^2+3x+4=0

Algebra ->  Logarithm Solvers, Trainers and Word Problems -> SOLUTION: I need help showing the steps to solve this equation -x^2+3x+4=0      Log On


   

Question 358337: I need help showing the steps to solve this equation
-x^2+3x+4=0
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
-x^2+3x+4=0
-----
Multiply thru both sides by -1 to get:
x^2 - 3x - 4 = 0
Factor:
(x-4)(x+1) = 0
x = 4 or x = -1
====================
Cheers,
Stan H.