factoring x^2-5x+6

[LaZy1]

I have to factor the equation x^2-5x+6 its been a while since if done this kind of math. I dont want help getting the answer I just want help on knowing what the next step would be to factoring out this problem. I know the answer will look like (x - or + a)(x - or + b). Thanks in advanced for anyone that helps me.

 

[jonboy]

Hello Hard-Worker (I shall never call someone LaZy)! :wink:

Factor: \(\displaystyle \L x^2-5x+6\)

You have two ways to this: You can use the Factoring Method

Or the Quadratic Formula: \(\displaystyle \frac{{ - b \pm \sqrt {b^2 - 4ac} }}{{2a}}\)

 

[skeeter]

\(\displaystyle x^2 - 5x + 6\)

what two numbers have a product of +6, and a sum of -5?

those two numbers will be your "a" and "b".

 

[stapel]

You can use...the Quadratic Formula....

Note: The Quadratic Formula applies to solving equations, not to factoring expressions.

Eliz.