solving quadratics by square roots

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What is the square root of a number?

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The square root of a number is a value that, when multiplied by itself, gives the original number. For example, the square root of 9 is 3, since 3 x 3 = 9.

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What is the Square Roots Method in solving quadratics?

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The Square Roots Method involves isolating the variable squared on one side of the equation and then taking the square root of both sides to solve for the variable.

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What does it mean to simplify a square root?

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To simplify a square root means to express it in its simplest form, often by factoring out perfect squares.

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What is a perfect square?

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A perfect square is an integer that is the square of another integer. For example, 1, 4, 9, 16, and 25 are perfect squares.

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