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The sum of a number and its square is 6 . Find the number(s).

Solution

T h e s u m o f a n u mb er an d i t s s q u a re i s 6 . F in d t h e n u mb er (s) .

Solution

The number : 2 or - 3

Solution steps

Represent the number with

x

A.T.Q.:

x + x^{2} = 6

Solve for

x, x + x^{2} = 6 : x = 2, x = - 3

The number : 2 or - 3

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