Answer:
x = -4/5
Step-by-step explanation:
Solve for x:
(5 x + 4) (8 x - 71) = 0
Split into two equations:
5 x + 4 = 0 or 8 x - 71 = 0
Subtract 4 from both sides:
5 x = -4 or 8 x - 71 = 0
Divide both sides by 5:
x = -4/5 or 8 x - 71 = 0
Add 71 to both sides:
x = -4/5 or 8 x = 71
Divide both sides by 8:
Answer: x = -4/5 or x = 71/8
