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The length of a square is√x+6, and the area is 3x. Find x.

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Answer:

x = 3 units

Explanation:

Given that,

length of the square = a = √(x+6)

area of the square = 3x

We know that, the formula to find the area of a square is:

Area = a²

3x = (√(x+6))²

3x = x + 6

Subtract x from both sides.

3x - x = 6

2x = 6

Divide both sides by 2.

x = 3

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