Answer:
x=2, -1
Step-by-step explanation:
Hi there!
We want to find the zeros of this function: f(x)=x²-x-2
The zeros are the values of x that will make f(x)=0
So that means in order to find the zeros, set f(x) as 0
In that case,
x²-x-2=0
Now let's solve the quadratic equation
We can do it by factoring
-x is the sum of two numbers, while -2 is the product of those two same numbers
Now think: which two numbers add up to -1, but multiply to get -2?
Those numbers are -2 and 1
Now factor the polynomial by FOIL:
(x-2)(x+1)=0
Split and solve
x-2=0
x=2
x+1=0
x=-1
The zeros are x=2, -1
Hope this helps!
