Question

write two numbers that multiply to the value on top and add to the value on bottom. answer attempt 1 out of 2 -17 + × -60

Explanation:

Step1: List factor - pairs of 60

The factor - pairs of 60 are (1, 60), (2, 30), (3, 20), (4, 15), (5, 12), (6, 10). Since the product is - 60, one number must be positive and the other negative.

Step2: Find the pair that adds to - 17

We need to find a pair such that when one is positive and the other negative, their sum is - 17. Consider the pair (3, 20). If we take - 20 and 3, then (-20)×3=-60 and - 20 + 3=-17.

Answer:

3, - 20