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X2 - 12x - 28
What is the factor

User Raks
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Answer:

(x - 14)(x + 2)

Explanation:

Step 1: Write quadratic

x² - 12x - 28

Step 2: Factor

We need 2 numbers that add up to -12 and multiply to -28. Only -14 and 2 work.

(x - 14)(x + 2)

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