Algebra Examples

Solve Using the Square Root Property x^2=-20
Step 1
Take the specified root of both sides of the equation to eliminate the exponent on the left side.
Step 2
Simplify .
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Step 2.1
Rewrite as .
Step 2.2
Rewrite as .
Step 2.3
Rewrite as .
Step 2.4
Rewrite as .
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Step 2.4.1
Factor out of .
Step 2.4.2
Rewrite as .
Step 2.5
Pull terms out from under the radical.
Step 2.6
Move to the left of .
Step 3
The complete solution is the result of both the positive and negative portions of the solution.
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Step 3.1
First, use the positive value of the to find the first solution.
Step 3.2
Next, use the negative value of the to find the second solution.
Step 3.3
The complete solution is the result of both the positive and negative portions of the solution.