Math Problem Statement
(x - 4)(x - 5) = 0, (2x - 1)(x + 4) = 0, (x - 7)(x - 9) = 0
Solution
Let's solve the three equations shown in the image:
a.
We apply the zero product property, which states that if the product of two factors is 0, then at least one of the factors must be 0.
So, the solutions are x = 4 and x = 5.
d.
Again, applying the zero product property:
So, the solutions are x = and x = -4.
g.
Using the zero product property one more time:
So, the solutions are x = 7 and x = 9.
Would you like further explanations on any of these? Here are five related questions:
- How does the zero product property work?
- What happens when one side of the equation is not zero?
- How would you solve a quadratic equation if it was not factored?
- Can you graph these solutions on a number line?
- What is the relationship between factoring and solving quadratic equations?
Tip: Always check if the equation can be factored easily before using more advanced methods to solve quadratics.
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Math Problem Analysis
Mathematical Concepts
Algebra
Factoring
Zero Product Property
Formulas
(a)(b) = 0 → a = 0 or b = 0
Theorems
Zero Product Property
Suitable Grade Level
Grades 8-10