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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Solve for x. 2x^2 +5x = 8

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Please explain how to solve it.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

First, make the equation equal to zero.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

2x^2+5x-8 = 0

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Then factor it.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

And if you can't factor it, use the quadratic formula.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Thanks!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Can you do it now?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Ya hold on.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

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