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MTH 101 MTH 101 Past Questions Objective Question

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What is the solution to the equation x² - x - 6 = 0?
Options
A x = -3 or x = 2
B x = 3 or x = -2
Correct Answer
C x = 2 or x = 3
D x = 1 or x = 6
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

x² - x - 6 = (x-3)(x+2) = 0 gives x = 3 or x = -2.

Hint

The notes indicate answer B.

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