So you have your polynomial. To factor this out, you need to find the factors of -45 that will add up to 3. These two factors would be -5 and 8. So, you have factored your polynomial! (x-5)(x+8). If you are still unsure, simply use the FOIL method to check and see if you get the same polynomial back. Hope this helps!
Answer:
x = -8
Step-by-step explanation:
1) 5x + 7= 7x +23
Move the terms
2) 5x + 7 -7x = 23
Collect like terms
3) 5x -7x = 23 - 7
Calculate
4) -2x = 16
Divide both sides by <em>-2</em>
5) x = -8
