SOLUTION: I need help with this Quadratic Equation: Solve using the square root property: {{{(x+3)^2=49}}} I know that I have to get rid of the ^2 but I am not sure how. Thank you so much

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: I need help with this Quadratic Equation:
Solve using the square root property:
%28x%2B3%29%5E2=49
I know that I have to get rid of the ^2 but I am not sure how. Thank you so much. This question is from textbook

Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
Solve using the square root property:
%28x%2B3%29%5E2=49
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Rearrange:
(x+3)^2 - 49 = 0
Factor:
[(x+3)-7] * [(x+3)+7] = 0
Solve:
x+3 = 7 or x+3 = -7
x = 4 or x = -10
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cheers,
Stan H.