SOLUTION: If x^3 = 3x^2, then what is x? "Your first instinct might be to divide both sides by x2 and arrive at x = 3. This answer is correct, but it is not complete. The better approach

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Question 490749: If x^3 = 3x^2, then what is x?
"Your first instinct might be to divide both sides by x2 and arrive at x = 3. This answer is correct, but it is not complete. The better approach is to subtract 3x2 from both sides, factor and use the Zero-Product Rule."
Hi, I'm really sorry, but I am a touch learning disabled, and I don't understand what this paragraph is saying. Please someone walk me through what they are asking?

Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
x%5E3+=+3x%5E2
x%5E3+-+3x%5E2+=+0
x%5E2%28x+-+3%29+=+0
x = 0
x = 0
x = 3