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PETA attempted to solve the following equation. Explain PETA’s error.

X(x-5) =20
X=20 and x-5=20
X=20 and x=25

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Answer:

The answer is 15

User Michael Blaustein
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Answer:

Peta can only use the zero product property when the product of factors is equal to zero.

Peta must multiply x by (x - 5).

Peta must write the equation in standard form, then factor the expression.

Each factor must be set equal to zero, not 20.

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