SOLUTION: How do you solve by using square roots? (2x+5)^2+1=26 Could you give me steps to solving the equation please?

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Question 587571: How do you solve by using square roots?
(2x+5)^2+1=26
Could you give me steps to solving the equation please?
Answer by Alan3354(69443) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
(2x+5)^2+1=26
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Hint: Subtract 1 from both sides.