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factor x^2-x-6

Solution

factor

x^{2} - x - 6

Solution

(x + 2) (x - 3)

Solution steps

x^{2} - x - 6

Break the expression into groups

= (x^{2} + 2 x) + (- 3 x - 6)

Factor out

x

from

x^{2} + 2 x : x (x + 2)

Factor out

- 3

from

- 3 x - 6 : - 3 (x + 2)

= x (x + 2) - 3 (x + 2)

Factor out common term

x + 2

= (x + 2) (x - 3)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is factor x^2-x-6 ?
The solution to factor x^2-x-6 is (x+2)(x-3)