Question

Solve the equation the square root of the quantity x plus 3 plus 4 equals 5 for the variable. Show each step of your solution process.

Answer 1

sqrt(x + 3) + 4 = 5
sqrt(x + 3) = 5 - 4
sqrt(x+3) = 1
(sqrt(x + 3))^2 = (1)^2
x + 3 = 1
x = 1 - 3
x = -2

Answer 2

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