Math Problem Statement
What is the factored form or solution of the quadratic expression b^2 + 4b - 21?
Solution
The expression in the image is .
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Factoring
Quadratic Equations
Formulas
Factoring quadratic expression ax^2 + bx + c
Quadratic formula x = [-b ± sqrt(b^2 - 4ac)] / 2a
Theorems
Zero-product property
Quadratic formula
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10