Which of the following is a solution of x2 - 7x = -5?

answer:

x = 1

step-by-step explanation:

trial and error:

let's say that x is 1. (2*1) = 2, and (7*1) = 7. 2 - 7 = -5. therefore, x = 1.

also, you didn't show the "of the following"

the area of the rectangle is 35units^2.

step-by-step explanation:

graph it and find the distance.

it is a 5*7 rectangle.

therefore the area is 35units^2.