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X^2 - 9x - 36 = 0Use zero product property. Solve for x

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Given the Quadratic Equation:


x^2-9x-36=0

You need to remember that the Zero Product Property states that if:


ab=0

Then:


a=0\text{ }or\text{ }b=0

In this case, you can factor the given equation by finding two numbers whose sum is -9 and whose product is -36. These numbers are 3 and -12. Then:


(x+3)(x-12)=0

Based on the Zero Product Property, you know that:


(x+3)=0\text{ }or\text{ }(x-12)=0

Then, by solving each part by "x", you get:


x=-3\text{ }or\text{ }x=12

Hence, the answer is:


x=-3\text{ }or\text{ }x=12
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