Question

use the square root property to solve the quadratic equation
$x^2 - 17 = 0$
choose the correct answer below and, if necessary, fill in the answer box to complete your choice
a. $x = $
(simplify your answer, including any radicals. use integers or fractions for any numbers in the expression. use a comma to separate answers as needed.)
b. there is no real solution

Explanation:

Step1: Isolate $x^2$

$x^2 - 17 + 17 = 0 + 17 \implies x^2 = 17$

Step2: Apply square root property

$x = \pm\sqrt{17}$

Answer:

A. $x = \sqrt{17}, -\sqrt{17}$