Question

Solve the equation x^2+5x+6=0

Answer 1

x=-3 x=-2

Explanation:

x^2+5x+6=0

Factor

What 2 numbers multiply to 6 and add to 5

3*2 =6

3+2=5

(x+3)(x+2) =0

Using the zero product property

x+3 =0 x+2=0

x=-3 x=-2