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Question 143904: 3x squared - 41x = -60
the directions said simplify: 3x squared - 41x = -60
the directions said simplify
Answer by jim_thompson5910(9394) About Me  (Show Source):
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3x^2-41x=-60 Start with the given equation


3x^2-41x+60=0 Add 60 to both sides.


(x-12)(3x-5)=0 Factor the left side (note: if you need help with factoring, check out this solver)



Now set each factor equal to zero:
x-12=0 or 3x-5=0

x=12 or x=5/3 Now solve for x in each case


So our answers are

x=12 or x=5/3