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OpenStudy (anonymous):

Solve the equation: x2 + 8x + 16 = 49 Enter the smallest zero value. Use a number only.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

First subtract 49 from both sides

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Now we have x^2 + 8x - 33 = 0

OpenStudy (anonymous):

What method of factoring do you know

OpenStudy (anonymous):

is it -11?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

( x - 3)(x + 11) = 0

OpenStudy (anonymous):

-11 is bigger than 3 so -11 is you answer

OpenStudy (anonymous):

ok cool. thanks!

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