OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e §10.1 Solve Quadratic Equations Using the Square Root Property · Exercise 55 · Algebra · Quadratics

Solve Quadratic Equations Using the Square Root Property · Exercise 55

Explain why the equation $x^{2} + 12 = 8$ has no solution.

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OpenStax, Elementary Algebra 2e · §10.1 Solve Quadratic Equations Using the Square Root Property · Exercise 55

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