Question

X^2 + 11x + 24

factor completely (please put a step by step)

Answer 1

(x + 8)(x + 3)

Explanation:

Step 1: Write quadratic

x² + 11x + 24

Step 2: Factor

We need to find 2 numbers that add up to 11 and multiply to 24.

8 and 3 work; 8 + 3 = 11 8(3) = 24

(x + 8)(x + 3)