Question

F(x)= x^2 -11x -12 in factored form

Answer 1

`(x-12)(x+1)`

Explanation:

To factor the equation, break it into two binomials which multiply to make the equation. To write these binomials (x+a)(x+b), find factors which multiply to -12 and add to -11 for a and b. -12 and 1 are a & b.

`x^2-11x-12 = (x-12)(x+1)`