could someone help with this equation?

Question

Solve the following equation.


(x+8)2=2x+15

 

x = _____

Answer 1

If you multiply out both sides and then collect all terms on the left side you will find that the resulting equation is

2x + 16 = 2x + 15, which has no solution.

 

If, however, the equation is supposed to have the (x+8) quantity squared, as I suspect is the case, then...

 

See answer to prior question; must get polynomial set to zero, then factor, then use Zero Product Property.

This applies to many problems that you have submitted.