Question

If x is a whole number and 437 = (21 + x)(21 - x), then x = a0

Answer 1

(21 + x) (21 - x) = 437
21² - x² = 437

441 - x² = 437

- x² = 437 - 441

- x² = -4

(-1)(-x²) = (-1)(-4)

x² = 4

So, x = 2

Answer 2

factor 437=19*23
Therefore (437)=19*23=(21-2)(21+2) => x=2