Question

Solve for all values of x by factoring x^2-5x+1=1

Answer 1

x=0 or x=5

Explanation:

Step 1: Subtract 1 from both sides.

x^2−5x+1=1

x^2−5x=0

Step 2: Factor left side of equation.

x(x−5)=0

Step 3: Set factors equal to 0.

x=0 or x−5=0

x=0 or x=5