Solve the equation x\(^2\) - 2x - 3 = 0

  • A (-3, 1)
  • B (-1, -3)
  • C (3,1)
  • D (43, 0)
  • E (-1, 3).
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The correct answer is E. (-1, 3).

x\(^2\) - 2x - 3 = 0

x\(^2\) - 3x + x - 3 = 0

x(x - 3) + 1(x - 3) = 0

(x + 1)(x - 3) = 0

x = (-1, 3)

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