SOLUTION: In my math class, we are working on factoring and solving for x. I have understood most of the problems, but this one has really stumped me. m(squared) - 10m = 0 Could you p

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Question 1071015: In my math class, we are working on factoring and solving for x. I have understood most of the problems, but this one has really stumped me.
m(squared) - 10m = 0
Could you please help me?
Answer by josgarithmetic(39617) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
m%5E2-10m=0

Two terms; any common factor to reverse-distribute?

m%5E2-10m=0
m%2Am-10%2Am=0
m%28m-10%29=0
Nothing tricky.