If (x-5)(y+2)=0, then we can conclude that x = 5, or y = -2, or bothalfat wrote:if (x-5)(y+2)=0 which of the following must be true?(A)X=Y (b) X>Y (C)X<Y (d)XY=-10 e.none of th above
(A)X=Y This need not be true. For example, one solution could be x=5, y=6
(B) X>Y This need not be true. For example, one solution could be x=5, y=6
(C)X<Y This need not be true. For example, one solution could be x=5, y=3
(D)XY=-10 This need not be true. For example, one solution could be x=5, y=6
(E)none of the above.
So, the correct answer must be E
Cheers,
Brent


















