Question

Solve for x. Enter the solutions from least to greatest. (x + 1)^2 - 36 = 0 Lesser x=____ Greater x=____

Answer 1

Answer: $-7\ \text{and}\ 5$

Step-by-step explanation:

Given

The equation is $\left(x+1\right)^2-36=0$

Solving it

$\Rightarrow \left(x+1\right)^2=36\\\\\Rightarrow \left(x+1\right)=\pm\sqrt{36}\\\\\Rightarrow x+1=\pm6\\\Rightarrow x=-7,5$

So, the lesser value of $x$ is $-7$ and the greater value is $5$.