Question

Solve the equation show your reasoning (x-8)(2x+5)=0

Answer 1

The given equation is expressed as

(x - 8)(2x + 5) = 0

It means that

x - 8 = 0 or 2x + 5 = 0

x = 8 or 2x = - 5

x = 8 or x = - 5/2

The solutions are x = 8 and x = - 5/2