Question

how do you factor x^2-2x+24???

Answer 1

I don't think you can factor that "factor x^2-2x+24"

Answer 2

No real roots, does not cross x-axis

If u calculate b^2 -4ac and is negative, no real roots.

http://www.wolframalpha.com/input/?i=x^2-2x%2B24

(or draw a quick sketch)

Answer 3

(x-6)(x+4)

Answer 4

@cpartlow that factoring has -24 at the end.