Question

How do you factor the trinomial `k^2 - 17k + 60`?

Answer 1

`(k-12)(k-5)`

Explanation:

Look for two numbers when multiplied equal 60, but when added equal -17:

`-12xx-5=60`

`-12-5=-17`

So, the numbers are `-5 " and" -12`

`(k-12)(k-5)`

hope that helps