amylynnmahoney amylynnmahoney
  • 03-11-2020
  • Mathematics
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PETA attempted to solve the following equation. Explain PETA’s error.
X(x-5) =20
X=20 and x-5=20
X=20 and x=25

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tpett1 tpett1
  • 09-11-2020

Answer:

The answer is 15

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lizmcfarlandd lizmcfarlandd
  • 20-01-2021

Answer:

Peta can only use the zero product property when the product of factors is equal to zero.

Peta must multiply x by (x - 5).

Peta must write the equation in standard form, then factor the expression.

Each factor must be set equal to zero, not 20.

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