Identify the quadratic equation: Identify the quadratic equation to be solved.The given quadratic equation is x2+14x+49=0.We need to find the values of x that satisfy this equation.
Recognize the structure: Recognize the structure of the quadratic equation.The equation x2+14x+49=0 is a perfect square trinomial because 49 is the square of 7 and 14 is twice the product of 7.
Factor the perfect square trinomial: Factor the perfect square trinomial.Since (x+7)2=x2+14x+49, we can write the equation as (x+7)2=0.
Solve the factored equation: Solve the factored equation.Set the factored expression equal to zero: (x+7)2=0.Take the square root of both sides: x+7=0.
Find the value of x: Find the value of x.Subtract 7 from both sides to solve for x: x=−7.
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