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Factor x^2+x-12=0 show your work

User Burnell
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Answer:

(x-3) (x+4) = 0

Explanation:

x^2+x-12=0

What 2 numbers multiply to -12 and add to 1

-3 *4 = -12

-3+4 = 1

(x-3) (x+4) = 0

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