Concept explainers
To calculate: The value of x for the equation
The resultant answer is
Given information:
The given equation is
Formula used:
Raise each side of the equation to the same power.
Calculation:
Write the original equation:
Subtract 3 from both sides of the equation,
Square each side of the equation and simplify,
Divide each side by 2,
Square each side again and simplify,
Factor the equation,
Now check
Now substitute 2 for x and simplify,
Now substitute -1 for x and simplify,
Therefore, the solutions are 2 and -1.
Chapter 3 Solutions
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