Factorise this equation: x^2+3x-10=0

The first stage is to calculate two numbers that multiply together to make the integer in the equation, in this example it's -10. The numbers are 5 and 2. Now these two number should both satisfy the signs (+ and - ) and add together to produce the number before the with the single x, in this case +3. Therefore the answer is as follows; (X+5)(X-2).

CO
Answered by Curtis O. Maths tutor

4311 Views

See similar Maths GCSE tutors

Related Maths GCSE answers

All answers ▸

Why do the denominators have to be equal when adding fractions, but not when multiplying them?


How do I know which trig formula to use in the exam?


How would you solve a quadratic equation (e.g. x^2-8x+15=0)?


Solve algebraically: 1) 6a + b = 16, 2) 5a - 2b = 19


We're here to help

contact us iconContact ustelephone icon+44 (0) 203 773 6020
Facebook logoInstagram logoLinkedIn logo

MyTutor is part of the IXL family of brands:

© 2026 by IXL Learning