Question

Solve for x in the equation x squared minus 10 x + 25 = 35.

Answer 1

x = 10.92, -0.92.

Explanation:

x^2 - 10x + 25 = 35

The left side is a perfect square:

(x - 5)^2 = 35

x - 5 = +/- √35

x = 5 +/- √35

x = 10.92, -0.92.

Answer 2

B on Edge 2020!

X = 5±
`√(35)`

Just got it right on the quiz, hope this helps!!