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advanced-mathSolve for :
A
B
C
D
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the correct answer. To solve the quadratic equation by factoring:
- Find two numbers that multiply to +6 and add to -5. The numbers are -2 and -3.
- Write in factored form: .
- Apply the Zero Product Property: or .
- Solve for x: or .
Choice B is incorrect because these are the constants in the factors, not the solutions. Remember to flip the sign when solving . Choice C is incorrect because , not 5. Choice D is incorrect because , not -5.