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Course: Algebra 2 > Unit 10
Lesson 3: Extraneous solutionsExtraneous solutions of radical equations
Practice some problems before going into the exercise.
Introduction
In this article we will practice some problems that involve thinking about the conditions for obtaining extraneous solutions while solving radical equations.
Practice question 1
Caleb is solving the following equation for .
His first few steps are given below.
Practice question 2
Elena is solving the following equation for .
Her first few steps are given below.
Practice question 3
Addison solves the equation below by first squaring both sides of the equation.
Practice question 4
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