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The square of (5x + 1) is equal to 16. What isx ?


A

x= -1,4/5

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x = 1,3/2

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x = -1,3/5

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x= 5, 1/4

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Solution

The correct option is C

x = -1,3/5


Converting statement into an equation-

(5x+1)2 =16 (Applying (a+b)2 formula)

5x + 1 = ± 4(Taking square root on both sides)

5x = -5,3

x=1,35


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