Adam is using the equation (x) (x + 2) = 255 to find two consecutive odd integers with a product of 255. When Adam solves the problem using the zero product property, what do those solutions represent?

A. two possible "first" integers

B. two possible "second" integers

C. the two consecutive odd integers with a product of 255

D. a possible "first" integer and a possible "second" integer

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Cristina Hernandez

11 July, 13:53

Adam is using the equation (x) (x + 2) = 255 to find two consecutive odd integers with a product of 255. When Adam solves the problem using the zero product property, what do those solutions represent?

A. two possible "first" integers

B. two possible "second" integers

C. the two consecutive odd integers with a product of 255

D. a possible "first" integer and a possible "second" integer

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Aryn · Answer 1

There is no work. i just did it in my head. x = 15 because 15^2 equals 225 and 15+2 = 17 so if 15*15 equals 225 then if you add 30 more that is 255. 30 is equal 2*15 and so you could also say 15*15 + (15*2) so 15*17 = 255 so x = 15. you're welcome.