1. Module 8: Lesson 8.1 Solving By Factoring
Ask yourself a math riddle. Think of 2 numbers that when you multiply them together = (a x c) and when you add those same 2 numbers together = b.

2. When solving an equation
Set one side = 0
Factor by answering the math riddle…as before.
Set each factor = 0
Solve

3. A rectangular porch has dimensions (x + 12) and (x + 5) feet
A rectangular porch has dimensions (x + 12) and (x + 5) feet. If the area of the porch is 120 square feet, what is the length and width of the porch?