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!!!