1. a²-5a-6
look for the factors of the last number without a variable so that it's sum is the coefficient of the number which has the variable power 1
a²+a-6a-6
then factor by grouping.
a(a+1)-6(a+1)
(a-6)(a+1)
so do that to others too try it yourself. if you still need help let me know!!!