The quadratic equation $x^2-5x+5=-4x+7$ has two roots. Find the absolute difference of these roots.
x^2-5x+5=-4x+7
Combine like terms x2 – x – 2 = 0
Factor the quadratic (x – 2)(x + 1) = 0
So, the roots are x = 2
x = –1
Can you take it from there?
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