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If x^2 is added to x, the sum is 56. Which of the following could be the value of x?

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  • 04-06-2020

Answer:

-8, 7

Step-by-step explanation:

Set up an equation.

x² + x = 56

Set the equation equal to zero and factor.

x² + x - 56 = 0

(x + 8)(x - 7) = 0

Solve for x.

x + 8 = 0

x = -8

x - 7 = 0

x = 7

The possible x values are -8 and 7.

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