SOLUTION: Hi, How do I solve this quadratic equation: 2-x = x^2 + 2x + 2? Thanks

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Question 762629: Hi,
How do I solve this quadratic equation:
2-x = x^2 + 2x + 2?
Thanks
Answer by Cromlix(4381) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
2 - x = x^2 + 2x + 2
Sort into ax^2+ bx + c = 0
x^2 + 2x + x + 2 - 2 = 0
x^2 + 3x = 0
Take out x
x(x + 3) = 0
So either x = 0
or x + 3 = 0
x = -3
Hope this helps.
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