Question

Solve for x: 8(x-5)^2-32=0

Answer 1

x= 3 or x= 7

Explanation:

Step 1: Simplify both sides of the equation.

8x2−80x+168=0

Step 2: Factor left side of equation.

8(x−3)(x−7)=0

Step 3: Set factors equal to 0.

x−3=0 or x−7=0

x=3 or x=7