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Course: Algebra 1 > Unit 14

Lesson 3: Solving by taking the square root
Math
Algebra 1
Quadratic functions & equations
Solving by taking the square root
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Quadratics by taking square roots: with steps

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Problem

Create a list of steps, in order, that will solve the following equation.
2(x+2)2−5=93
Solution steps:
Add 2 to both sides
Add 5 to both sides
Divide both sides by 2
Multiply both sides by 2
Subtract 2 from both sides
Subtract 5 from both sides
Take the square root of both sides