Digital SAT Math Test 5 Question 4

If $(x-3)^2=2(x-3)-1$, what is the value of $x$?
Answer:
D

Explanation

The correct answer is Choice D.

Solve the given equation to find $x$.

Choice A is incorrect and may result from finding the value of $(x-3)$.

Choices B and C are incorrect and may result from algebraic mistakes.

✨ Expert's Tip ✨

The solution can be substituted back into the equation for verification.

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