Question

Solve the equation using the Zero-Product Property. (x-2)(x+7)=0

a. 2, -7
b. 2, 7
c. –1,1
d. –2, -7

Answer 1

(x-2)(x+7)=0
Equate each bracket to zero;
x-2=0
x=2
x+7=0
x=-7
x=2, x= -7