Solve the equation (x +2)(x - 7) = 0
A
x = 1 or 8
B
x = -2 or 7
C
x = -4 or 5
D
x = -3 or 6
E
x= -5 or -2
Verified Correct Answer: B.
Step-by-Step Mathematical Solution
(x + 2)(x - 7) = 0
x + 2 = 0 \(\implies\) x = -2
x - 7 = 0 \(\implies\) x = 7
x = -2 or 7
Source: Myschool Past Questions Archive (Record #23711)