Question

How do you factor `x^2 - 11x + 24`?

Answer 1

`x^2-11x+24=(x-3)(x-8)`

Explanation:

`x^2-11x+24`

Find two numbers that when added equal `-11` and when multiplied equal `24`. The numbers `-3` and `-8` meet the criteria.

`x^2-11x+24=(x-3)(x-8)`