Question

Find the solution(s) to (x + 3)^2=49

Answer 1

x = 4

x = -10

Explanation:

(x + 3)² = 49

Take the square root of both sides.

x + 3 = ±7

The equation is x + 3 = 7 or x + 3 = -7.

x + 3 = 7

Subtract 3 on both sides.

x = 4

x + 3 = -7

Subtract 3 on both sides.

x = -10

Answer 2

x₁ = -10

x₂ = 4

Explanation:

(x + 3)² = 49

x + 3 = ± 7

x + 3 = -7 → x = -10

x + 3 = 7 → x = 4

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