The equation is
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This equation is of quadratic type with
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Solve the above equation by the factors method as follows:
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Factor by grouping.
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Partially factor.
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Distributive property.
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Factor completely.
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Set 1 st factor equal to zero.
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Set 2 nd factor equal to zero.
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Set 3 rd factor equal to zero.
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Thus, the solutions are
and
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The solutions are
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