Question

Help quickly!!
x^2 + 2x= 24 solve for x

Answer 1

Answer: 4 or x=−6

Explanation:

Step 1: Subtract 24 from both sides.

x2+2x−24=24−24

x2+2x−24=0

Step 2: Factor left side of equation.

(x−4)(x+6)=0

Step 3: Set factors equal to 0.

x−4=0 or x+6=0