SOLUTION: Solve the quadratic equation by first factoring the perfect trinomial on the left side. Then apply the square root property. {{{y^2-10y+25=11}}}

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Question 245460: Solve the quadratic equation by first factoring the perfect trinomial on the left side. Then apply the square root property.

Answer by Earlsdon(6294)   (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Solve for y:
Factor the trinomial.
Take the square root of both sides.
or Add 5 to both sides of each solution.
or

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