Use the quadratic formula to find the roots of the equation. Find a decimal approximation to the nearest thousandth.x2 + 5x - 5 = 0

A. x = -5.854
B. x = -5.854, x = 0.854
C. x = -11.708, x = 1.708
D. x = 5.854


Answer: B

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