To solve the equation \((x + 36)^2 - 38 = 251\), let's first isolate the square term.
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Add 38 to both sides: \[ (x + 36)^2 = 251 + 38 \] \[ (x + 36)^2 = 289 \]
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Take the square root of both sides: \[ x + 36 = \pm \sqrt{289} \] \[ x + 36 = \pm 17 \]
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Solve for \(x\):
- For \(x + 36 = 17\): \[ x = 17 - 36 = -19 \]
- For \(x + 36 = -17\): \[ x = -17 - 36 = -53 \]
Thus, the solutions to the equation are: \[ { -19, -53 } \]
The correct response is: \({−19,−53}\)