Mastering Radical Equations Flashcard

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What is a radical equation?

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A radical equation is an equation in which a variable is contained within a radical (square root, cube root, etc.).

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How do you isolate a square root in an equation?

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To isolate a square root, move all other terms to the opposite side of the equation and ensure the square root is alone on one side.

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What is the first step to solve @@ \sqrt{x} + 2 = 6@@?

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How do you check the solution of a radical equation?

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Substitute the solution back into the original equation to verify if both sides are equal.

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It starts at the point (-1, 0) and increases to the right.

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