Solve.
-If the sides of a square are increased by 2 meters, the area becomes 36 square meters. Find the length of a side of the original square.
A) 4 m
B) 8 m
C) 2 m
D) 6 m

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The original side length of the square is found by solving the equation (x + 2)^2 = 36, where x is the original side length. Simplifying, we get x^2 + 4x + 4 = 36, leading to x^2 + 4x - 32 = 0. Factoring, we find (x + 8)(x - 4) = 0, so x = 4 m.

Solve. -If the Sides of a Square Are Increased by 2