Answer:
3x+2 and 3x-4
Step-by-step explanation:
We are given the quadratic equation 9x²-6x-8.
first, multiply 9 and -8 together (factors a*c, which equals to the sum that is b)
the result is -72
now think:
which two numbers add up to -6, but when multiplied, equal -72?
Those two numbers are -12 and 6
we can expand the polynomial:
9x²-12x+6x-8
factor by grouping:
3x(3x-4)+2(3x-4)
(3x-4)(3x+2)
so, the dimensions of the blanket are (3x-4) and (3x+2)
Hope this helps :)
