Answer:
(x - 24)(x - 4)
Explanation:
Given
x² - 28x + 96
Consider the factors of the constant term (+ 96) which sum to give the coefficient of the x- term (- 28)
The factors are - 24 and - 4, since
- 24 × - 4 = + 96 and - 24 - 4 = - 28, thus
x² - 28x + 96 = (x - 24)(x - 4)