To solve the equation, Lorie applies the distributive property, combines like terms, then applies the addition and subtraction properties of equality to isolate the variable term on one side of the equation and the constant term on the other side. What are the possible coefficients of x after Lorie has completed these steps? 10 (one-half x + 2) minus 5 = 3 (x minus 6) + 1
–32 and 2
–2 and 32
–2 and 2
–32 and 32

-2 and 2

For this problem you really need to use algebraic skills. Coefficients refer to the number by the variable. So if you follow the steps it gives you then you’re fine.

Problem:
10(0.5x+2) - 5 = 3(x-6) + 1

Distribute:
5x +20 - 5 = 3x - 18 + 1

Combine like terms:
5x + 15 = 3x - 17

Addition and subtraction properties:
5x - 3x + 15 = -17
2x = -17 -15
2x = -32

OR:
5x + 15 = 3x - 17
15 + 17 = 3x - 5x
32 = -2x

Therefore your answer is -2 and 2 because coefficient is the number being multiplied by the variable. In this case it can be -2 or 2 depending where you move the variables (aka adding them or subtracting them from both sides)

Answer to your question: a. the fundamental theorem of algebra tells you that the equation will have two complex roots since the degree of the polynomial is 2. the roots are ​ x=1±i7√2 .number of roots=degree of polynomialhere, degree of polynomial is 2 so number of roots will be 2.hope it *_*