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In Exercises 1–5, solve each equation by the square root property. If possible, simplify radicals or rationalize denominators. Express imaginary solutions in the form
To calculate: The solution of equation
Answer to Problem 1RE
Solution:
The solution of equation
Explanation of Solution
Given:
The equation is
Formula used:
The square root property is:
Calculation:
The provided equation is:
Add 3 to the both sides of equation as:
Divide it further by 2 as:
By applying square root property:
There is dual sign as the same number having positive or negative sign will yield the same square.
Hence, the solution of equation
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