theresacontreras2 theresacontreras2
  • 03-12-2019
  • Mathematics
contestada

two numbers add to be 5 multiply to be -6

Respuesta :

spark10 spark10
  • 03-12-2019

Answer:

-1, 6

Step-by-step explanation:

x + y = 5

xy = -6

Take first equation and rewrite it. y = -x + 5

Then substitute the new equation in the second one.

x(-x + 5) = -6

-x^2 + 5x + 6 = 0

Divide by -1

x^2 - 5x - 6

(x + 1)(x - 6) = 0

x = -1, 6

Answer Link

Otras preguntas

Translate the following phrase to an algebraic expression. Three times the length
2/5 - 3/5 ? Subtracting fractions ​
Which answer shares a word part with the following word? supplicating A. supply B. lice C. plies
50 word story opening​
Artisan Inspiration, Inc. is a merchandiser of stone ornaments. The company sold 8000 units during the year. The company has provided the following information:
Given the following formula, solve for n. S = (n − 2)180 answersA) n=5/180-2B) n=5/180+2C) n=5-2/180D)n=5+2/180​
6th grade social studies help me pleaseee
What is the equation of the line that passes through the point (-3,2) and has an undefined slope?
Science question- What are the two types of igneous? A.Away from each other B.Toward each other C.They don’t move Please help!!Have a good day!
I’m doing a gender inequality project. What are some examples of gender inequality in today’s society?