Solve the equation using square roots. (x+2)^(2) = 36

Question

Solve the equation using square roots.


`(x+2)^(2) = 36`

Answer 1

x = 4, x = - 8

Explanation:

(x+ 2)² = 36

√(x+2)² = + √36 √(x+2)² = -√36

x+2 = 6 x+2 = -6

x= 4 x = - 8