Question

What is the factored form of the expression x^2-7x-18

Answer 1

Below.

Explanation:

x^2 - 7x - 18

-9 * 2 = -18 and -9 +2 = -7 so the factors are:

(x - 9)(x + 2)

Answer 2

(x-9)(x+2)

Explanation:

x^2-7x-18

What 2 numbers multiply to -18 and add to -7

-9*2 = -18

-9+2 = -7

(x-9)(x+2)