Question

Solve for x. (x - 8)(x - 8) = 0 A. -64 B. -8 C. 8 D. 64

Answer 1

C. 8

Explanation:

Write in exponential form: (x-8)²=0

Set the base equal to 0: x-8=0

Move the constant (8) to the right: x=8 (answer)

(x-8)(x-8)=0

(x-8)²=0

x-8=0

x=8