Solve Using the Zero Product Property

question 70

Multiple Choice

Solve using the zero product property. Be sure each equation is in standard form and factor out any common factors before attempting to solve. Check all answers in the original equation. -72x = x³ + 17x²

• A) x = 8, x = 9, x = 0
• B) x = -8, x = 9, x = 0
• C) x = 8, x = -9, x = 0
• D) x = -8, x = -9, x = 0

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