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Solve equation using factorisation method: x(x – 5) = 24

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Question

Solve equation using factorisation method:

x(x – 5) = 24

Sum
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Solution

x(x – 5) = 24

⇒ x2 – 5x – 24 = 0

⇒ x2 – 8x + 3x – 24 = 0

⇒ x(x – 8) + 3(x – 8) = 0

⇒ (x – 8)(x + 3) = 0

Since x – 8 = 0 or x + 3 = 0

Then x = 8 or x = – 3

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Chapter 5: Quadratic Equations - Exercise 5 (B) [Page 58]

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Selina Concise Mathematics [English] Class 10 ICSE
Chapter 5 Quadratic Equations
Exercise 5 (B) | Q 4. | Page 58
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