SOLUTION: Solve the equation for x. (x- 5)^2 =27

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Question 112074: Solve the equation for x.
(x- 5)^2 =27

Answer by jim_thompson5910(35256) About Me  (Show Source):
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Start with the given equation



Take the square root of both sides




Simplify the square root (note: If you need help with simplifying the square root, check out this solver)



Add 5 to both sides to isolate x.



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Answer:

So our solution is:



This means our solution breaks down to:



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