SOLUTION: Solve for x by taking the sqrt of both sides: (x-2)^2=9

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Question 314365: Solve for x by taking the sqrt of both sides: (x-2)^2=9
Found 2 solutions by rapaljer, JBarnum:
Answer by rapaljer(4671) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
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Square root of each side:
x-2=+3 or x-2=-3
x=5 or x=-1

Dr. Robert J. Rapalje, Retired
Seminole State College of Florida
Altamonte Springs Campus

Answer by JBarnum(2146) About Me  (Show Source):
You can put this solution on YOUR website!
sqrt%28%28x-2%29%5E2%29=sqrt%289%29 follow instructions
x-2=3 add 2
highlight%28x=5%29