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factor n^2-n-2

Solution

factor

n^{2} - n - 2

Solution

(n + 1) (n - 2)

Solution steps

n^{2} - n - 2

Break the expression into groups

= (n^{2} + n) + (- 2 n - 2)

Factor out

n

from

n^{2} + n : n (n + 1)

Factor out

- 2

from

- 2 n - 2 : - 2 (n + 1)

= n (n + 1) - 2 (n + 1)

Factor out common term

n + 1

= (n + 1) (n - 2)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is factor n^2-n-2 ?
The solution to factor n^2-n-2 is (n+1)(n-2)