SOLUTION: Find the value of k so that the graph of y=(x+5)2+k passes through the point (−2,−7) Thank you so much for your help!!

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Question 1101212: Find the value of k so that the graph of y=(x+5)2+k passes through the point (−2,−7)

Thank you so much for your help!!
Answer by richwmiller(17219) About Me  (Show Source):
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y=(x+5)2+k and point (−2,−7)
x=-2
y=-7
plug them in (ie substitute)
-7=(-2+5)2+k
Solve for k