Question

Solve for x. Enter the solutions from least to greatest.

(x - 3)^2 - 81 = 0
lesser x=
greater x =

Answer 1

lesser x = -6

greater x = 12

Explanation:

(x - 3)^2 - 81 = 0

(x - 3)^2 = 81

x - 3 = +/- 9

x - 3 = 9 or x - 3 = -9

x = 12 or x = -6