Factor x^2 - 1x - 6

Factor the polynomial x^2 - 1x - 6 completely.

Answer: =

Step-by-Step Solution

Step 1 Identify Polynomial

x^2 - x - 6

Step 2 Quadratic Coefficients

a = 1, b = -1, c = -6

Step 3 AC Method

Find two numbers that multiply to a×c = 1 × -6 = -6

and add to b = -1

AC Method for factoring

Step 4 Find Factors

Numbers: -3 and 2

-3 × 2 = -6 ✓

-3 + 2 = -1 ✓

Step 5 Final Answer

(x - 3)(x + 2)