Solve by factoring when not in quadratic form

The video tutorial explains how to solve for B by factoring a quadratic equation. It begins with isolating variables and transforming the equation into a quadratic polynomial. The instructor demonstrates factoring the quadratic into two binomials and verifies the solution using the FOIL method. The zero product property is introduced to find the solutions for B. The tutorial concludes with the final solutions for B.

What is the first step to isolate the variable B in the equation?

What two numbers multiply to give 15 and add to give -8?

How do you verify that the factoring of the quadratic equation is correct?

Explain the zero product property and how it applies to the equation derived from the binomials.

What are the final solutions for B after applying the zero product property?