SOLUTION: Solve for x in the lowest possible terms. (2x+3)^2=4

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Question 2144: Solve for x in the lowest possible terms. (2x+3)^2=4
Answer by matthew_sessoms(39) About Me  (Show Source):
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First, expand the binomial: 4x%5E2+%2B+12x+%2B+9+=+4


Now, move the 4 to the other side and simplify.
4x%5E2+%2B+12x+%2B+5+=+0


Now, we can factor.
(2x + 1)(2x + 5) = 0
x = -1/2, x = -5/2
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