Elementary and Intermediate Algebra: Concepts & Applications (6th Edition)

by Bittinger, Marvin L.; Ellenbogen, David J.; Johnson, Barbara L.

Published by Pearson

ISBN 10: 0-32184-874-8

ISBN 13: 978-0-32184-874-1

Chapter 5 - Polynomials and Factoring - Review Exercises: Chapter 5 - Page 370: 42

Answer

5,-7

Work Step by Step

In this problem, we are asked to solve the equation. Thus, we factor the equation as necessary. Next, we set each of the factors equal to zero to solve. Doing this, we find: $$0= x\left(x-5\right)+7\left(x-5\right)\\ 0=\left(x-5\right)\left(x+7\right) \\ x=5,-7$$

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