Answer:
x = 8 , x = - 2.5
Step-by-step explanation:
( x - 8 ) ( 2 x + 5 ) = 0
1. x - 8 = 0
2. 2 x + 5 = 0
x - 8 = 0
( + 8 on both sides )
x = 8
( - 5 from both sides )
2 x = - 5
( ÷ 5 on both sides )
x = - 2.5
