Algebra-1

Question Analysis
This question tests the student's ability to solve a quadratic equation by factoring, specifically when the quadratic has a leading coefficient other than 1 and involves both positive and negative terms.

Key Concept Explanation
The key concept here is using the AC method to factor the quadratic expression and then applying the Zero Product Property to find the solutions.

Step-by-step Solution
1. Find two numbers that multiply to and add to : and .
2. Rewrite and factor by grouping: .
3. Rewrite the equation:

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