Question

Which are solutions of the equation (x + 5)(x – 3) = 0?

Answer 1

-5, 3

Explanation:

Equal each factor to zero.

First factor:

`x +5=0\\x=0-5\\x_(1) =-5`

Second factor:

`x-3=0\\x=0+3\\x_(2) =3`

Hope this helps.

Answer 2

-5 and 3

Explanation: