Mathematics

Solve the following equation:

6 + x = x2

Quadratic Equations

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Answer

Given, 6 + x = x2

⇒ x2 - x - 6 = 0

⇒ x2 - 3x + 2x - 6 = 0

⇒ x(x - 3) + 2(x - 3) = 0

⇒ (x - 3)(x + 2) = 0

⇒ x - 3 = 0 or x + 2 = 0

⇒ x = 3 or x = -2.

Hence, roots of the given equations are -2, 3.

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