​Setup, factor and solve the following equation​ :

Question

x squared plus seventeen x equals negative​ seventy-two.
Understand​ & Think: Do you understand what is being asked and what you need to​ do? Do you have a list of things you​ know, ideas to​ try, and a plan for doing​ it? Identify the problem and list your strategies.

Answer 1

Problem: Solve the equation x squared plus seventeen x equals negative seventy-two.

Strategies:
1. Factor the equation to identify the roots.
2. Use the quadratic formula to solve the equation.
3. Check the answer by substituting it back into the equation.