SOLUTION: Hi again, I could use help with this quadratic equation: a) 4 - x^2 = 4(2 - x)^2 Thanks again, Louis

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Question 45604: Hi again,
I could use help with this quadratic equation:
a) 4 - x^2 = 4(2 - x)^2
Thanks again,
Louis
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
4 - x^2 = 4(2 - x)^2
4-x^2=4(4-4x+x^2)
4-x^2=16-16x+4x^2
5x^2-16x+12=0
(x-2)(5x-6)=0
x=2 or x=6/5
Cheers,
Stan H.