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Find the zeros of each functions by factoring. F(x)=x^2+x–12

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The zeros of the function exist at

x = -4 and x = 3

Step-by-step explanation

We are told to find the zero of the function, that is, the roots of the function by factoring.

f(x) = x² + x - 12

At the points where the roots of the function are, it is the point where the graph of the function crosses the x-axis and f(x) = 0. So,

x² + x - 12 = 0

x² + 4x - 3x - 12 = 0

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

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

x + 4 = 0 OR x - 3 = 0

x = -4 OR x = 3

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