Answer:
x = -16
Step-by-step explanation:

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(x-8)(x+5)
First thing you do is put the X's into the parentheticals because it is x^2 meaning there are 2 factors with x's. Then, you wonder what factors of -40 could add to get -3. In this case, they are -8 and 5. -8 times 5 is -40 and -8 +5 is -3. Then, you just add -8 and 5 beside the x's in the parentheticals.
(1/5)x + 8
This will find 20% of the wholesale cost and add the $8 markup, where 'x' is the wholesale cost
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