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PS · Problem Solving
655-705
Algebra
Identify which of the following equations shares a solution with the equation x² - 3x - 10 = 0.
Answer Choices
Correct answer marked belowx² + 5x + 6 = 0
Correct
B
x² + 3x - 10 = 0
C
2x² + 8x + 8 = 0
D
2x² + 2x - 8 = 0
E
none of the above
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To find a common solution, we first solve the original equation: x² - 3x - 10 = 0. Factoring gives us (x - 5)(x + 2) = 0. This means either x - 5 = 0, leading to x = 5, or x + 2 = 0, leading to x = -2. Now,…
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NiharikaOct 23
answer is wrong as there is 2 correct answers for this question so fix this error. correct option should be e if there is no typing error
What this question tests
What it tests
Your ability to manipulate linear and quadratic expressions, substitute unknowns, and solve equations under time pressure.
Common trap
Losing a sign when moving terms across the equals sign, or dividing both sides by a variable that could equal zero.
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655-705
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PS
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