Solve Radical Equations

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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 variable in a radical equation?

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To isolate a variable in a radical equation, you can square both sides of the equation to eliminate the radical, then solve for the variable.

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What is the first step in solving the equation @@10 oot{3}{9x} = 60@@?

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The first step is to isolate the radical by dividing both sides by 10, resulting in @@ oot{3}{9x} = 6@@.

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What is the solution to the equation @@ oot{3}{9x} = 6@@?

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What does it mean to check your solution in a radical equation?

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Checking your solution means substituting it back into the original equation to ensure both sides are equal, confirming it is a valid solution.

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