SOLUTION: How do I solve this equation below by using the square root property? 3(x+5)^2=54 The solution set is {}? (type an exact answer, using radicals as needed.

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Question 778204: How do I solve this equation below by using the square root property?
3(x+5)^2=54
The solution set is {}?
(type an exact answer, using radicals as needed.
Answer by stanbon(75887) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
solve this equation below by using the square root property?
3(x+5)^2=54
(x+5)^2 = 18
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x+5 = sqrt(18) or x+5 = -sqrt(18)
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x = -5+3sqrt(2) or x = -5-3sqrt(2)
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Cheers,
Stan H.
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