X^2 - 5x - 14 = 0
what multiplies to negative 14 and adds to negative 5? -7 and positive 2.
(x - 7) (x + 2) = 0
Lesser x = -2
Greater x = 7
In the left hand side, you're multiplying 7.8 by 
In the right hand side, you're multiplying again 7.8 by a mysterious number.
So, the unknown number must be 
Every number remains unchanged when multiplied by 1, so the answer is 3.6
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