Algebra: Structure And Method, Book 1
Algebra: Structure And Method, Book 1
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ISBN: 9780395977224
Author: Richard G. Brown, Mary P. Dolciani, Robert H. Sorgenfrey, William L. Cole
Publisher: McDougal Littell
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Chapter 12.1, Problem 4WE
To determine

To solve: The equation a2=−9 and express irrational solution in simplest radical form.

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Answer to Problem 4WE

There is no real number solution.

Explanation of Solution

Given information:

The given equation a2=−9 .

Calculation:

  ⇒a2=−9

The square of any real number is always a nonnegative real number.

Therefore, there is no real number solution.

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