Intermediate Algebra (6th Edition)

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Chapter 5 - Section 5.8 - Solving Equations by Factoring and Problem Solving - Exercise Set - Page 325: 98

Answer

The error is in the bottom row of the solution, specifically $x=\frac{4}{5}$. Refer to the step by step part for the correct solution.

Work Step by Step

The error is in the bottom row of the solution, specifically $x=\frac{4}{5}$. The correct solution is: $\\4x-5=0 \text{ or } x+7=0 \\x=\frac{5}{4} \text{ or } x=-7$
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