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Write the general rules about solving the radical equations with example.
Answer to Problem 37HP
The rule is
Rule 1. Isolate the radical expression.
Rule 2. Square both sides of the equation: if
Rule 3: Once the radical is removed, solve for the unknown.
Rule 4: Check all answer.
Explanation of Solution
Given:
It is given in the question that there is a radical expression
The rules for solving the radical equations are:
Rule 1. Isolate the radical expression.
Rule 2. Square both sides of the equation: if
Rule 3: Once the radical is removed, solve for the unknown.
Rule 4: Check all answer.
Let’s take an example:
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