Question: What is the value of x in the equation x^2 + 2x - 15 = 0?

Options:

1. x = 3, -5
2. x = -3, 5
3. x = 5, -3
4. x = -5, 3

Correct Answer: x = 5, -3

Solution:

Factoring gives (x - 3)(x + 5) = 0. Thus, x = 3 or x = -5.