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1. (x+3)(x+ 5)
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1 Answer

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Answer:

x = -3 or x = -5

Explanation:

Solve for x:

(x + 3) (x + 5) = 0

Split into two equations:

x + 3 = 0 or x + 5 = 0

Subtract 3 from both sides:

x = -3 or x + 5 = 0

Subtract 5 from both sides:

Answer: x = -3 or x = -5

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