OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §9.6 Solve Equations with Square Roots · Example 1 · Algebra · Radicals & surds

Solve Equations with Square Roots · Example 1

For the equation $x + 2 = x$ :
ⓐ Is $x = 2$ a solution? ⓑ Is $x = - 1$ a solution?

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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §9.6 Solve Equations with Square Roots · Example 1

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