Solve the Equation Using Factoring Techniques $-$ 16 = 0
A) X = -1, X = 9

question 176

Multiple Choice

Solve the equation using factoring techniques. ( x + 5 ) 2 $-$ 16 = 0

• A) x = -1, x = 9
• B) x = -1, x = -9
• C) x = 1, x = 9

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