The critical values are
x = -3, x = 2 and x = 4.
These critical values divide the number line into 4 intervals.
Hence, the signs of the function are:
| Interval | sign of f(x) | |
| x < -3 | ![]() |
- |
| -3 < x < 2 | ![]() |
+ |
| 2 < x < 4 | ![]() |
+ |
| x > 4 | ![]() |
- |
Since we want f(x) < 0, the intervals that satisfy this inequality will be those with a negative sign.
Hence, the solution is: x < -3 or x > 4.