Question

Solve for x.
X-2x-24 = 0
A.-4,-6
B. -4,6
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C. 2-6
D. 4,6​

Answer 1

x=6 x=-4

Explanation:

x^2-2x-24 = 0

What two numbers multiply to -24 and add to -2

-6*4 = -24

-6+4= -2

(x-6)(x+4) =0

Using the zero product property

x-6 =0 x+4=0

x=6 x=-4