Let's solve the equation \(x^2 + 9 = 45\).
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First, subtract 9 from both sides: \[ x^2 = 45 - 9 \] \[ x^2 = 36 \]
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Next, take the square root of both sides: \[ x = \sqrt{36} \quad \text{or} \quad x = -\sqrt{36} \] \[ x = 6 \quad \text{or} \quad x = -6 \]
So the solution set is \({-6, 6}\).
Therefore, Amelia is correct, and the correct response is:
Amelia