Algebra-1

Question Analysis
This question assesses the student's ability to factor a quadratic trinomial where the leading coefficient is 1, and the linear term has a negative coefficient. It requires identifying pairs of numbers that multiply to the constant term and add to the coefficient of the linear term.

Key Concept Explanation
Factoring a quadratic trinomial in the form involves finding two numbers and such that and . The trinomial can then be factored as . When is negative, both and will also be negative.

Step-by-step Solution
1. Identify the coefficients: and .
2. Find two numbers and

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