SOLUTION: If possible,completely factor the expression. X^2-5×-6 The^2 is supposed to be x squared.

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Question 940019: If possible,completely factor the expression. X^2-5×-6
The^2 is supposed to be x squared.
Found 2 solutions by Alan3354, srinivas.g:
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
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If possible,completely factor the expression. X^2-5×-6
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Find a pair of factors of 6 that differ by 5.

Answer by srinivas.g(540) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x%5E2-5x-6=x%5E2-6x%2Bx-6
=x%28x-6%29%2B1%28x-6%29
=(x-6)(x+1)