Question

how do u factor x^2-144

Answer 1

Use this identity to factor
\[a^2-b^2=(a+b)(a-b)\]

Answer 2

@Luis_Rivera Please don't just give answer, explain the user the methodology you used here.

Answer 3

@becca9696 Can you try now?

Answer 4

@ash2326, what are you talking about, ? The explanation is right there. Remember, math has its own language, if the asker was assigned this problem, it is assumed that he/she can speak the language

Answer 5

@Luis_Rivera You forgot to explain, just gave the answer.

Answer 6

ok ur question is
\[x^2-144\] n v c both r perfect squares.. so using the formula that @ash2326 has provided.. sustitute x as a^2 n 144 as b^2.. wat do u get?

Answer 7

Thanx for the medal @ash2326 ..

Answer 8

Welcome :)