Question

If one factor of x2 + 2x - 24 is (x+6), what is the other factor?
(x+8)
(x-8)
(x+4)
(x-4)

Answer 1

Answer:

( x - 4)

Step-by-step explanation:

x² + 2x - 24

From here, you must find the two factors of -24 (the first and third terms' coefficients multiplied together) that add up to 2 (the middle terms coefficient)

( x - 4) ( x + 6)

Answer 2

Answer:

(x-4)

Step-by-step explanation: