Question

Solve each quadratic equation. Show your work.


14. (2x – 1)(x + 7) = 0

Answer 1

solve your equation step-by-step.

(2x−1)(x+7)=0

Simplify both sides of the equation.

2x2+13x−7=0

Factor left side of equation.

(2x−1)(x+7)=0

Set factors equal to 0.

2x−1=0 or x+7=0

x=1/2 or x=−7

Answer 2

(2x – 1)(x + 7) = 0

2x-1=0
2x=1
x=1/2
x=0.5

x+7=0
x= -7