Solve the equation x\(^2\) – 2x – 3 = 0

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Solve the equation x\(^2\) – 2x – 3 = 0

  • (-3, 1)
  • (-1, -3)
  • (3,1)
  • (43, 0)
  • (-1, 3). checkmark

The correct answer is: E

Explanation

x\(^2\) - 2x - 3 = 0

x\(^2\) - 3x + x - 3 = 0

x(x - 3) + 1(x - 3) = 0

(x + 1)(x - 3) = 0

x = (-1, 3)

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