Question

Which of the following is the solution set to the equation -4(x+1)^2 -3=- 51

Answer 1

Answer:

x is equal to 2.5 and -4.5

Step-by-step explanation:

-4(x + 1)² - 3 = -51

-4(x² + 2x + 1) - 3 = -51

-4x² - 8x -3 - 3 = -51

-4x² - 8x - 6 = -51

-4x² - 8x = -45

-4(x^2 + 2x) = -45

-4(x^2 + 2x + 1) = -49

-4(x + 1)² = -49

(x + 1)² = 49/4

x + 1 = ± √(49/4)

x + 1 = ± 7/2

x = -1 ± 3.5

x = 2.5, -4.5