QuestionSolve the following equation by factoring.
Select the correct choice below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice.
A. The solution set is \}.
(Type an integer or a simplified fraction. Use a comma to separate answers as needed.)
B. There is no solution.
Studdy Solution
STEP 1
1. The equation is a quadratic equation.
2. Solving the equation involves rearranging it into standard quadratic form.
3. The quadratic can be solved by factoring.
STEP 2
1. Rearrange the equation into standard quadratic form.
2. Factor the quadratic expression.
3. Solve for the roots of the equation.
4. Determine the solution set.
STEP 3
Rearrange the equation to standard quadratic form . Subtract from both sides:
STEP 4
Factor the quadratic expression. Look for two numbers that multiply to and add to . The numbers are and .
STEP 5
Solve for the roots by setting each factor equal to zero. Since both factors are the same, we only need to solve one equation:
STEP 6
Solve for :
STEP 7
Determine the solution set. Since both factors were the same, there is only one unique solution:
The solution set is .
The correct choice is:
A. The solution set is .
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