Solve for the zeros of a linear equation

The video tutorial explains how to solve the equation 5X + 12 = 0. It begins by introducing the concept of roots, which are the values of X that make the function equal to zero. The tutorial then walks through the steps to solve the equation, resulting in X = -12/5. Finally, it identifies that there is one solution, which is a real rational root.

What is the equation that needs to be solved?

• 5X + 12 = 0

• X^2 + 5 = 0

• 3X - 7 = 0

• 2X + 8 = 0

What is the first step in solving the equation 5X + 12 = 0?

• Add 12 to both sides

• Divide both sides by 5

• Subtract 12 from both sides

• Multiply both sides by 5

After subtracting 12 from both sides, what is the next step?

• Subtract 5 from both sides

• Add 5 to both sides

• Divide both sides by 5

• Multiply both sides by 12

How many solutions does the equation 5X + 12 = 0 have?

• Two solutions

• No solution

• One solution

• Infinite solutions

What type of root does the equation 5X + 12 = 0 have?

• Real rational root

• Imaginary root

• Complex root

• Irrational root