15. The solutions to (x+4)2 - 2 = 7 are
1) -4+ 5
3) -1 and -7
2) 4+ 5
4) 1 and 7
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Step-by-step explanation:

(x + 4)^2 - 2 = 7 simplifies to

(x + 4)^2 = 5

We must isolate x.  To do this, take the square root of both sides, obtaining:

x + 4 = ±√5

There are two roots/solutions.  They are:

x = -4 + √5 and x = -4 - √5            

You must include the square root operator (√).  Use "  ^  " to denote exponentiation.

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