Question

Factor completely. x2−5x−24

Answer 1

(x + 8)(x - 3)

Explanation:

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Answer 2

(x-8) (x+3)

Explanation:

x^2−5x−24

We need two numbers that multiply to negative 24 and add to negative 5

-8*3 = -24

-8+3 = -5

(x-8) (x+3)