Question

Find the zeros of

f(x) = x^2 + 5x - 6

Answer choices:


A. {–2, 3}
B. {–6, 1}
C. {–2, –3}
D. {–6, –1}

Answer 1

Factor the equation
(x-1)(x+6)
Proof:
-1+6=5
-1*6=-6

x-1=0
x=1

x+6=0
x=-6

Roots are 1,-6
Final answer: B