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Help solving this problem for algebra-example-1
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Answer

x = 8 or x = 3

Explanation

1. Multiply A and C

24 * 1 = 24

2. Find two numbers that multiply to 24 but add up to -11

-8 * -3 = 24

-8 + -3 = -11

(x - 8)(x - 3)

3. Switch the signs to find the value of x

x = 8 or x = 3

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