Angeles L.

asked • 06/05/23

algebra help needed

Solve for x using the quadratic formula. -x=5x+1

Entry tip:Do not use a decimal approximation for square roots.

Give the LARGER number first

x=____

x=______

Denise G.

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You don't have a squared term here. So it is not a quadratic, it is linear. Is it -x^2 or 5x^2?
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Brenda D.

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Is there a typo in your question? Did mean -x^2 instead?
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Spencer C. answered • 06/05/23

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You can not use the quadratic formula to solve a linear equation. The value of a would be 0 and force you to divide by 0 when using the quadratic formula. Instead you need to split the variables and constants. Subtract the 5x to the -x side making -6x = 1. Dividing by -6, we get the one answer of x = -1/6

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