How do you factor #x^2 = 10x#?

1 Answer
radee
Jan 28, 2016

#x(x-10) = 0#

Explanation:

To factor an equation, you must isolate all the values to one side of the equation. In this case:

#x^2 = 10x#
#x^2 - 10x = 0#

After isolating, you can start by factoring out the #x# since both terms have that variable.

#x^2 - 10x = 0#
#x(x-10) = 0#

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