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Solve this equation by completing the square x² − 14 + 49 = 40. Show your work. (Please help)
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Solve this equation by completing the square x² − 14 + 49 = 40. Show your work. (Please help)

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Answer:


√(5) \ or -√(5)

Explanation:

simplify both sides


x^(2) +35=40

subtract 35 from both sides


x^(2) =5

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