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factor k^2-k-2

Solution

factor

k^{2} - k - 2

Solution

(k + 1) (k - 2)

Solution steps

k^{2} - k - 2

Break the expression into groups

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

Factor out

k

from

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

Factor out

- 2

from

- 2 k - 2 : - 2 (k + 1)

= k (k + 1) - 2 (k + 1)

Factor out common term

k + 1

= (k + 1) (k - 2)

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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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