Find the smaller value of x that satisfies the equation x2 + 7x + 10…

Find the smaller value of x that satisfies the equation x2 + 7x + 10 = 0
  • A.
    -5
  • B.
    -2
  • C.
    2
  • D.
    5
Correct Answer: Option A
Explanation

x2 + 7x + 10 = 0
x2 + 5x + 2x + 10 = 0
x(x + 5) + 2(x + 5) = 0
(x + 2)(x + 5) = 0
x + 2 = 0 or x + 5 = 0
x = -2 or x = -5
the smaller value x = -5