how do i solve a problem like this: 5+(x-2)^2=30?
Solve for x: 5+(x-2)^2 = 30
Subtract 5 from both sides: (x-2)^2 = 25
Take the square root of both sides: x-2 = 5 or x-2 = -5
Add 2 to both sides: x = 7 or x-2 = -5
Add 2 to both sides: Answer: |x = 7 or x = -3
