Answer:
x = 4 + sqrt(5) or x = 4 - sqrt(5)
Step-by-step explanation:
Solve for x:
(x - 4)^2 = 5
Take the square root of both sides:
x - 4 = sqrt(5) or x - 4 = -sqrt(5)
Add 4 to both sides:
x = 4 + sqrt(5) or x - 4 = -sqrt(5)
Add 4 to both sides:
Answer: x = 4 + sqrt(5) or x = 4 - sqrt(5)
