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The sum of a number and its square is 12 . Find the number

User Gabriel C
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Answer:

Two solutions

3

-4

Explanation:

3 + 3²

3 + 9 = 12

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-4 + (-4)²

-4 + 16 = 12

User Mitch Satchwell
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