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10 September, 01:52

Complete the equation to represent finding x, the greater integer.

x (x - ) = 143

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  1. 10 September, 02:11
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    x would equal - 11 or 13

    Step-by-step Explanation:

    x (x - 2) - 143 = 0

    x^2 - 2x - 143 = 0

    -2x + x^2 = 143

    -143 + (-2x) + x^2 = 0

    (x - 13) (x + 11)

    x - 13 = 0

    Add 13 to both sides

    x = 13

    x + 11 = 0

    Subtract 11 from both sides

    x = - 11
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