Question

Use the Zero Product Property to solve (2x−3)(x+4)=0
.(2 points)

Answer 1

Zero Product Property: set each factor equal to zero.

2x − 3 = 0 ⇒ 2x = 3 ⇒ x = 3/2
x + 4 = 0 ⇒ x = −4

Solutions: x = 3/2 or x = −4.