How can I get past the phone passcode when trying to use an old phone

I have an IPhone 4 that was previously mine. I loaned it to a friend who broke the screen and returned it to me.. I repaired the screens but there is a passcode on the phone that the friend does not remember. Is there a way to unlock the phone?

See the instructions here: Forgot passcode for your iPhone, iPad, or iPod touch, or your device is disabled - Apple Support

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