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Comparing Radical Equations
Is the first step in solving Yx - 1 = 8 different from the first step of solving Vå - 1 = g? Explain
Yes, in the first equation, start by subtracting 8 from both sides to set the equation equal to zero, but in the
second equation, start by adding 1 to both sides to isolate the radical.
Yes, in the first equation, start by squaring both sides to eliminate the radical, but in the second equation, start by
adding 1 to both sides to isolate the radical.
No, to solve either equation, square both sides to eliminate all radicals.
No, to solve either equation, isolate the radical by adding 1 to both sides.