Question

Which of these represents the solution to 3x2+14=−37 ?

Answer 1

± x = i sqrt(17) or x = -i sqrt(17)

Explanation:

Solve for x:

3 x^2 + 14 = -37

Subtract 14 from both sides:

3 x^2 = -51

Divide both sides by 3:

x^2 = -17

Take the square root of both sides:

Answer: x = i sqrt(17) or x = -i sqrt(17)