1 If the trinomial 3x^2 - bx + 2 can be factored, what values of b are possible?

Question

A) -5, 5, -7, 7
B) -7, 7
C) -5, 5
D) -5, -7**

2 Solve a^2 - 5a - 14 = 0
A) {-14, 1}**
B) {-1, 14}
C) {0, 7}
D) {-2, 7}

Someone check my answers pls!

Answer 1

1 looks good

for 2 ... -14 = -7 * 2 ... -7 + 2 = -5

Answer 2

I'm changing my answer for #2 to {-2, 7}

Answer 3

Thanks R_scott, so would my new answer be right?

Answer 4

good choice