Solve for x.41x2+21x=0Write each solution as an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction in simplest form. If there are multiple solutions, separate them with commas.x = ____
Q. Solve for x.41x2+21x=0Write each solution as an integer, proper fraction, or improper fraction in simplest form. If there are multiple solutions, separate them with commas.x = ____
Factor GCF and Equate: Factor out the greatest common factor (GCF) from the equation 41x2+21x=0. The GCF of 41x2 and 21x is x. Factor out x from each term. x(41x+21)=0
Set and Solve for x: Set each factor equal to zero and solve for x.First, set x equal to zero:x=0Then, set the other factor equal to zero:41x+21=0
Solve 41x+21=0: Solve the equation 41x+21=0 for x.Subtract 21 from both sides of the equation to isolate the term with x.41x+21−21=0−2141x=−21Divide both sides by 41 to solve for x.x=−4121
Write Solutions: Write the values of x. We have found two solutions where the equation 41x2+21x=0 is true: x=0 and x=−4121.
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