SOLUTION: I need to solve 3(x-2)^2=12. I want to use the distributive formula, but that doesn't seem to work. I guess I need to use the sqare root property? I'm unsure how to do this.

Question 91115: I need to solve 3(x-2)^2=12. I want to use the distributive formula, but that doesn't seem to work. I guess I need to use the sqare root property? I'm unsure how to do this.
Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) (Show Source): You can put this solution on YOUR website!

Divide both sides by 3

Take the square root of both sides

Add 2 to both sides

or Break up the expression

or Take the square root

or Combine like terms
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