Solving Quadratics using Square Roots

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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 find the variable's values.

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x = 0

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x = ±7

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x = ±√26

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x = ±9

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k = ±7

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What is the first step in solving a quadratic equation using the Square Roots Method?

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Isolate the term with the variable squared on one side of the equation.

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What does it mean to take the square root of both sides of an equation?

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It means to find a number that, when multiplied by itself, gives the value on that side of the equation.

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What are the possible solutions when taking the square root of a positive number?

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There are two solutions: one positive and one negative.

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What happens if you take the square root of a negative number?

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The result is an imaginary number, indicating no real solutions.