SOLUTION: How do you solve this problem using the square root property? (3x+1)^2-5=0

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Question 625500: How do you solve this problem using the square root property?
(3x+1)^2-5=0
Answer by solver91311(24713) About Me  (Show Source):
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Add 5 to both sides

Take the square root of both sides. Remember to consider both the positive and negative roots.

Solve the resulting pair of linear equations by ordinary means.

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