Question

Given

2x^2 + 7x + 5
In order to begin factoring, you need to determine a desired product (number you are trying to multiply to) and a sum (number you are trying to add to).
What is the desired product (number are you trying to multiply to)? type your answer...
What is the desired sum (number are you trying to add to)?

Answer 1

+ 10 and + 7

Explanation:

Given

2x² + 7x + 5

Consider the factors of the product of the coefficient of the x² term and the constant term which sum to give the coefficient of the x- term.

product = 2 × 5 = + 10 and sum = + 7