Question

Rewrite the following quadratic equation in factored form, such as y=(x-a)(x-b)

Answer 1

Explanation:

Answer 2

Explanation:

y = x^2 - x - 72

y = (x - 9)(x + 8)

You want two numbers that multiply to 72 -- -9 and 8

You want two numbers that differ by -1 -9 + 8 = - 1