Question

The equation 4(x – 3)2 – 5 = 139 has two solutions: one positive and one negative. What is the

negative solution?
7.

Answer 1

Explanation:

4(x-3)2-5 = 139

(4x-12)-5=139

-20x + 60 = 139

-20x +60 - (60) = 139- 60

-20x = 79 divide both sides by -20

x = -3.95