The "Slip and Slide" Factorisation Method

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A really simple question I'm sure I will regret.

I'm trying to use the Slip and Slide factorisation method for the following equation:

2x2 - 4x - 6 = 0

If I try to use the method I get the answer:

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

Which I believe is incorrect. How have I gone wrong in this method?