Solving Equations with Rational Exponents Including X

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What is a rational exponent?

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How do you rewrite an expression with a rational exponent?

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What is the first step in solving equations with rational exponents?

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The first step is to isolate the term with the rational exponent on one side of the equation.

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x = 9.

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x = ±64.

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Square both sides to eliminate the square root.

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x = 7.