Two positive, consecutive, odd integers have a product of 143. Complete the equation to represent finding x, the greater integer. x(x – ) = 143 What is the greater integer?
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Two positive, consecutive, odd integers have a product of 143. Complete the equation to represent finding x, the greater integer. x(x – ) = 143 What is the greater integer?

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Solving Quadratic Equations: Zero Product Property

Two positive, consecutive, odd integers have a product of 143. Complete the equation to represent finding x, the greater integer. x(x – ) = 143 What is the greater integer?

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