Question

Factored form of x2 – x – 42 ?

Answer 1

x2-7x+6x-42
x(x-7)+6(x-7)
(x-7)(x+6)

Answer 2

you need 2 numbers whose product is -42 and whose sum = -1

Answer 3

@maui now better u try urself....

Answer 4

these are -7 and 6 as vedic has demonstrated

Answer 5

thanks...I am math retarded...seriously! :)

Answer 6

maybe you need more practice to improve your confidence - purple math and bbc have some good websites for learners