Solve the equation: x^2 - 9x + 20 = 0

This is a quadratic equation, and is likely that x can satisfy either of two values. We know these must multiply to form 20 and summate to -9, and thus they are (x-4) and (x-5). Hence, x is either 4 or 5.

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